The Big Book: Cover to Cover http://michaelincontext.com en All rights reserved Dr. Michael Easley teaches from Genesis to Revelation, 1 sermon per book, to help listeners gain a deeper understanding of the big picture of scripture. Plus 48 interviews with biblical subject matter experts to go deeper into a book, character, or theme in the Bible. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/1a4c057a-885c-11ed-9094-6bacdea1917b/image/The_Big_Book_cover_to_cover_FINAL.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Big Book: Cover to Cover http://michaelincontext.com no serial 66 episodes for 66 books of the Bible plus interviews with biblical subject matter experts Michael Easley Dr. Michael Easley teaches from Genesis to Revelation, 1 sermon per book, to help listeners gain a deeper understanding of the big picture of scripture. Plus 48 interviews with biblical subject matter experts to go deeper into a book, character, or theme in the Bible. Dr. Michael Easley teaches from Genesis to Revelation, 1 sermon per book, to help listeners gain a deeper understanding of the big picture of scripture. Plus 48 interviews with biblical subject matter experts to go deeper into a book, character, or theme in the Bible.

]]> Michael Easley inContext info@michaelincontext.com A final recap of The Big Book: Cover to Cover with special guests Dr. Mark Chavalas, Dr. Wendy Widder, and Dr. Kevin Zuber https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-panel/ Why does reading and studying the Bible from Genesis to Revelation matter? How do we encourage practicing Christians to get their nose in the Book? Dr. Mark Chavalas, Dr. Wendy Widder, and Dr. Kevin Zuber join Michael Easley to discuss the necessity for Christ-followers to spend time in the Bible from cover to cover. Read the full blog post here. Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full 2 113 Michael Easley Why does reading and studying the Bible from Genesis to Revelation matter? How do we encourage practicing Christians to get their nose in the Book? Dr. Mark Chavalas, Dr. Wendy Widder, and Dr. Kevin Zuber join Michael Easley to discuss the necessity for Christ-followers to spend time in the Bible from cover to cover. Read the full blog post here. Why does reading and studying the Bible from Genesis to Revelation matter? How do we encourage practicing Christians to get their nose in the Book?

Dr. Mark Chavalas, Dr. Wendy Widder, and Dr. Kevin Zuber join Michael Easley to discuss the necessity for Christ-followers to spend time in the Bible from cover to cover.

Read the full blog post here.

]]> 2860 no Revelation Bonus with Dr. Mark Hitchock https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-revelation/ Dr. Mark Hitchcock joins Michael to discuss the complex and valuable book: Revelation. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Hitchcock discuss: Why prophecy matters Lessons from the letters to the 7 churches The 7 spirits of God Interpreting Revelation Interpreting various images in Revelation The designations of satan The perfect beginning and perfect ending of the present earth The coming judgments for believers and unbelievers The doctrine of hell Heaven & Earth “God’s on His throne. He’s in control of what’s happening. All of history is in His hands, and history is headed to the feet of Jesus Christ. If history is headed there, that’s where we need to live now. The book of Revelation is the advanced history of how Jesus Christ becomes King.” Read the full show notes here. Wed, 08 Feb 2023 17:38:00 -0000 full 2 112 Michael Easley Dr. Mark Hitchcock joins Michael to discuss the complex and valuable book: Revelation. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Hitchcock discuss: Why prophecy matters Lessons from the letters to the 7 churches The 7 spirits of God Interpreting Revelation Interpreting various images in Revelation The designations of satan The perfect beginning and perfect ending of the present earth The coming judgments for believers and unbelievers The doctrine of hell Heaven & Earth “God’s on His throne. He’s in control of what’s happening. All of history is in His hands, and history is headed to the feet of Jesus Christ. If history is headed there, that’s where we need to live now. The book of Revelation is the advanced history of how Jesus Christ becomes King.” Read the full show notes here. Dr. Mark Hitchcock joins Michael to discuss the complex and valuable book: Revelation.

In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Hitchcock discuss:

  • Why prophecy matters
  • Lessons from the letters to the 7 churches
  • The 7 spirits of God
  • Interpreting Revelation
  • Interpreting various images in Revelation
  • The designations of satan
  • The perfect beginning and perfect ending of the present earth
  • The coming judgments for believers and unbelievers
  • The doctrine of hell Heaven & Earth

“God’s on His throne. He’s in control of what’s happening. All of history is in His hands, and history is headed to the feet of Jesus Christ. If history is headed there, that’s where we need to live now. The book of Revelation is the advanced history of how Jesus Christ becomes King.”

Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3581 no Revelation https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-revelation/ Michael teaches an overview of the book of Revelation, the final book in the canon of Scripture, and final teaching message. It's remarkable to step back on this Big Book and see that it begins and ends with these connections that are impossible to ignore. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 17:38:00 -0000 full 2 111 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Revelation, the final book in the canon of Scripture, and final teaching message. It's remarkable to step back on this Big Book and see that it begins and ends with these connections that are impossible to ignore. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Revelation, the final book in the canon of Scripture, and final teaching message. It's remarkable to step back on this Big Book and see that it begins and ends with these connections that are impossible to ignore.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2644 no Jude Bonus with Jonathan Dodson https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-jude/ Jonathan Dodson joins Michael to discuss Jude: "a perplexing, important, and timely letter for the times we're in." In this conversation, Jonathan and Michael discuss: The high-level overview of Jude: a letter about authority and love The authorship of Jude The authority of the gospel Those "marked for condemnation" Contending for the faith The source of morality Sexual morality & same-sex attraction Angels/Messengers The prophecy of Enoch Praying in the Spirit Read the full show notes here. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 17:38:00 -0000 full 2 110 Michael Easley Jonathan Dodson joins Michael to discuss Jude: "a perplexing, important, and timely letter for the times we're in." In this conversation, Jonathan and Michael discuss: The high-level overview of Jude: a letter about authority and love The authorship of Jude The authority of the gospel Those "marked for condemnation" Contending for the faith The source of morality Sexual morality & same-sex attraction Angels/Messengers The prophecy of Enoch Praying in the Spirit Read the full show notes here. Jonathan Dodson joins Michael to discuss Jude: "a perplexing, important, and timely letter for the times we're in."


In this conversation, Jonathan and Michael discuss:

The high-level overview of Jude: a letter about authority and love

The authorship of Jude

The authority of the gospel

Those "marked for condemnation"

Contending for the faith

The source of morality

Sexual morality & same-sex attraction

Angels/Messengers

The prophecy of Enoch

Praying in the Spirit


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3011 no Jude https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-jude/ Michael teaches through the book of Jude: a letter that begins as a letter about salvation but makes an abrupt shift to address something more important. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 05 Feb 2023 17:38:00 -0000 full 2 109 Michael Easley Michael teaches through the book of Jude: a letter that begins as a letter about salvation but makes an abrupt shift to address something more important. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches through the book of Jude: a letter that begins as a letter about salvation but makes an abrupt shift to address something more important.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2973 no 2-3 John Bonus with Dr. Charles Baylis https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-2-3-john/ Dr. Charles Baylis is back to continue helping us walk through the 2nd and 3rd epistles from John.  In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis talk about: Who is the chosen lady? Danger: incorporating nonbelievers into the Body of Christ Cain as the image of the first false prophet John is warning believers to stick with Jesus Abiding: living faithfully, staying with Jesus Who is Gaius? Who is Diatrephes? Read the full show notes here. Sat, 04 Feb 2023 17:38:00 -0000 full 2 108 Michael Easley Dr. Charles Baylis is back to continue helping us walk through the 2nd and 3rd epistles from John.  In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis talk about: Who is the chosen lady? Danger: incorporating nonbelievers into the Body of Christ Cain as the image of the first false prophet John is warning believers to stick with Jesus Abiding: living faithfully, staying with Jesus Who is Gaius? Who is Diatrephes? Read the full show notes here. Dr. Charles Baylis is back to continue helping us walk through the 2nd and 3rd epistles from John. 


In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis talk about:

Who is the chosen lady?

Danger: incorporating nonbelievers into the Body of Christ

Cain as the image of the first false prophet

John is warning believers to stick with Jesus

Abiding: living faithfully, staying with Jesus

Who is Gaius?

Who is Diatrephes?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1712 no 2-3 John https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-23john/ Michael teaches through the very short, personal letters of 2 and 3 John. Each letter details the facets of fellowship and encourages believers to hold fast to the truth of Christ. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 03 Feb 2023 17:38:00 -0000 full 2 107 Michael Easley Michael teaches through the very short, personal letters of 2 and 3 John. Each letter details the facets of fellowship and encourages believers to hold fast to the truth of Christ. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches through the very short, personal letters of 2 and 3 John. Each letter details the facets of fellowship and encourages believers to hold fast to the truth of Christ.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1946 no 1 John Bonus with Dr. Charles Baylis https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1john/ Dr. Charles Baylis helps us unpack this first epistle from the Apostle John. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis discuss: John's Apostolic defense Apostolic teaching as the foundation of the church Who is John? (He's not Jesus' half-brother!) John's surprising reference to the New Covenant Christ's unlimited atonement And more. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 02 Feb 2023 17:37:00 -0000 full 2 106 Michael Easley Dr. Charles Baylis helps us unpack this first epistle from the Apostle John. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis discuss: John's Apostolic defense Apostolic teaching as the foundation of the church Who is John? (He's not Jesus' half-brother!) John's surprising reference to the New Covenant Christ's unlimited atonement And more. Read the full show notes here. Dr. Charles Baylis helps us unpack this first epistle from the Apostle John. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Baylis discuss:

John's Apostolic defense

Apostolic teaching as the foundation of the church

Who is John? (He's not Jesus' half-brother!)

John's surprising reference to the New Covenant

Christ's unlimited atonement

And more.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3385 no 1 John https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1john/ There have been many debates about what this first epistle from John is about, but I believe he makes his purpose statement clear. "These have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name." Read the full show notes here. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 17:37:00 -0000 full 2 105 Michael Easley There have been many debates about what this first epistle from John is about, but I believe he makes his purpose statement clear. "These have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name." Read the full show notes here. There have been many debates about what this first epistle from John is about, but I believe he makes his purpose statement clear. "These have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2894 no 2 Peter Bonus with Thomas Schreiner https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-2-peter/ Dr. Tom Schreiner is back to help us continue to unpack Peter's 2nd letter. In this episode, they discuss: Having received everything we need for a life of godliness The power of God that is ours How we should live in Christ Doctrine of Election The necessity of ongoing Christian-reeducation Prophecy False teachers Read the full show notes here. Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:37:00 -0000 full 2 104 Michael Easley Dr. Tom Schreiner is back to help us continue to unpack Peter's 2nd letter. In this episode, they discuss: Having received everything we need for a life of godliness The power of God that is ours How we should live in Christ Doctrine of Election The necessity of ongoing Christian-reeducation Prophecy False teachers Read the full show notes here. Dr. Tom Schreiner is back to help us continue to unpack Peter's 2nd letter.


In this episode, they discuss:

Having received everything we need for a life of godliness

The power of God that is ours

How we should live in Christ

Doctrine of Election

The necessity of ongoing Christian-reeducation

Prophecy

False teachers


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2759 no 2 Peter https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2peter/ This is a marvelous book and a final address from the Apostle Peter, the original spokesperson of the Church, imploring the believers to remember what he taught after he's gone. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 30 Jan 2023 17:36:00 -0000 full 2 103 Michael Easley This is a marvelous book and a final address from the Apostle Peter, the original spokesperson of the Church, imploring the believers to remember what he taught after he's gone. Read the full show notes here. This is a marvelous book and a final address from the Apostle Peter, the original spokesperson of the Church, imploring the believers to remember what he taught after he's gone.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2738 no 1 Peter Bonus with Thomas Schreiner https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1peter/ Dr. Tom Schreiner joins Michael to discuss the book of 1 Peter nearly verse by verse. Join us for this illuminating conversation. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 29 Jan 2023 17:35:00 -0000 full 2 102 Michael Easley Dr. Tom Schreiner joins Michael to discuss the book of 1 Peter nearly verse by verse. Join us for this illuminating conversation. Read the full show notes here. Dr. Tom Schreiner joins Michael to discuss the book of 1 Peter nearly verse by verse. Join us for this illuminating conversation.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3521 no 1 Peter https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1peter/ A truly pastoral charge, the book of 1 Peter deals with living with and in suffering and calls us to rejoice nonetheless in the joy of our salvation. Persecution can either cause us to grow or grumble in the Christian life. It all depends on your response! In writing to Jewish believers struggling in the midst of persecution, Peter reminds them of their “roots.” They have been born again to a living hope, and therefore both their character and conduct can be above reproach as they imitate the Holy One who called them. The fruit of that proven character will be actions rooted in submission: law-abiding citizens, obedient employees, submissive wives, loving husbands. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 28 Jan 2023 17:35:00 -0000 full 2 101 Michael Easley A truly pastoral charge, the book of 1 Peter deals with living with and in suffering and calls us to rejoice nonetheless in the joy of our salvation. Persecution can either cause us to grow or grumble in the Christian life. It all depends on your response! In writing to Jewish believers struggling in the midst of persecution, Peter reminds them of their “roots.” They have been born again to a living hope, and therefore both their character and conduct can be above reproach as they imitate the Holy One who called them. The fruit of that proven character will be actions rooted in submission: law-abiding citizens, obedient employees, submissive wives, loving husbands. Read the full show notes here. A truly pastoral charge, the book of 1 Peter deals with living with and in suffering and calls us to rejoice nonetheless in the joy of our salvation.


Persecution can either cause us to grow or grumble in the Christian life. It all depends on your response! In writing to Jewish believers struggling in the midst of persecution, Peter reminds them of their “roots.” They have been born again to a living hope, and therefore both their character and conduct can be above reproach as they imitate the Holy One who called them. The fruit of that proven character will be actions rooted in submission: law-abiding citizens, obedient employees, submissive wives, loving husbands.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2878 no James Bonus with Dr. William Varner https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-james/ Dr. William Varner joins us to continue our discussion on the book of James. What is the relationship between salvation, faith, and works? What is wisdom and how do we get it? Listen to hear their discussion on these questions and much more. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:35:00 -0000 full 2 100 Michael Easley Dr. William Varner joins us to continue our discussion on the book of James. What is the relationship between salvation, faith, and works? What is wisdom and how do we get it? Listen to hear their discussion on these questions and much more. Read the full show notes here. Dr. William Varner joins us to continue our discussion on the book of James. What is the relationship between salvation, faith, and works? What is wisdom and how do we get it? Listen to hear their discussion on these questions and much more.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3461 no James https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-james/ The book of James is often called the "Proverbs of the New Testament." It's filled with commands, allusions to the Old Testament, and language reminiscent of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount. Join us as we examine what this text tells us about: Faith & works Enduring trials Wisdom Temptation and The will of God Read the full show notes here. Thu, 26 Jan 2023 17:34:00 -0000 full 2 99 Michael Easley The book of James is often called the "Proverbs of the New Testament." It's filled with commands, allusions to the Old Testament, and language reminiscent of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount. Join us as we examine what this text tells us about: Faith & works Enduring trials Wisdom Temptation and The will of God Read the full show notes here. The book of James is often called the "Proverbs of the New Testament." It's filled with commands, allusions to the Old Testament, and language reminiscent of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount.


Join us as we examine what this text tells us about:

Faith & works

Enduring trials

Wisdom

Temptation

and The will of God


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3173 no Hebrews Bonus with Dr. George Guthrie https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-hebrews/ Dr. George Guthrie is back on inContext to help us continue our study of the book of Hebrews. "Your perseverance in the Christian life will be in direct proportion to the clarity with which you see who Jesus is and what He has accomplished on our behalf." Read the full show notes here. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 17:34:00 -0000 full 2 98 Michael Easley Dr. George Guthrie is back on inContext to help us continue our study of the book of Hebrews. "Your perseverance in the Christian life will be in direct proportion to the clarity with which you see who Jesus is and what He has accomplished on our behalf." Read the full show notes here. Dr. George Guthrie is back on inContext to help us continue our study of the book of Hebrews.


"Your perseverance in the Christian life will be in direct proportion to the clarity with which you see who Jesus is and what He has accomplished on our behalf."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3530 no Hebrews https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-hebrews/ A look at the rich and rewarding text of Hebrews. "Hebrews integrates Old Testament theology and New Testament Christology in a way no other book does." What is your primary preoccupation right now? What's going on in your heart, mind, and soul? Waking up in the morning, what's the thing that overwhelms you? Read the full show notes here. Tue, 24 Jan 2023 17:34:00 -0000 full 2 97 Michael Easley A look at the rich and rewarding text of Hebrews. "Hebrews integrates Old Testament theology and New Testament Christology in a way no other book does." What is your primary preoccupation right now? What's going on in your heart, mind, and soul? Waking up in the morning, what's the thing that overwhelms you? Read the full show notes here. A look at the rich and rewarding text of Hebrews. "Hebrews integrates Old Testament theology and New Testament Christology in a way no other book does."


What is your primary preoccupation right now? What's going on in your heart, mind, and soul? Waking up in the morning, what's the thing that overwhelms you?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2715 no Philemon Bonus with Dr. Constantine Campbell https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-philemon/ Dr. Constantine Campbell joins Michael to discuss the short book of Philemon. In their conversation, Michael and Dr. Campbell discuss: Paul, history's most profound missionary The nature and purpose of the letter to Philemon The relational oneness of believers Paul's unique word choices in his letter to Philemon Navigating Christian values in the ancient culture "Effective" fellowship in the faith Implications of this text for present-day ministry Read the full show notes here. Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:34:00 -0000 full 2 96 Michael Easley Dr. Constantine Campbell joins Michael to discuss the short book of Philemon. In their conversation, Michael and Dr. Campbell discuss: Paul, history's most profound missionary The nature and purpose of the letter to Philemon The relational oneness of believers Paul's unique word choices in his letter to Philemon Navigating Christian values in the ancient culture "Effective" fellowship in the faith Implications of this text for present-day ministry Read the full show notes here. Dr. Constantine Campbell joins Michael to discuss the short book of Philemon. In their conversation, Michael and Dr. Campbell discuss:

Paul, history's most profound missionary

The nature and purpose of the letter to Philemon

The relational oneness of believers

Paul's unique word choices in his letter to Philemon

Navigating Christian values in the ancient culture

"Effective" fellowship in the faith

Implications of this text for present-day ministry


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2039 no Philemon http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-philemon Michael teaches through the book of Philemon. Though short in length, what this text covers has great depth. "The world is crazy, but Scripture is stable and trustworthy. Don't let the world teach you theology." Read the full show notes here. Sun, 22 Jan 2023 17:33:00 -0000 full 2 95 Michael Easley Michael teaches through the book of Philemon. Though short in length, what this text covers has great depth. "The world is crazy, but Scripture is stable and trustworthy. Don't let the world teach you theology." Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches through the book of Philemon. Though short in length, what this text covers has great depth.


"The world is crazy, but Scripture is stable and trustworthy. Don't let the world teach you theology."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2393 no Titus Bonus with Dr. Robert Yarbrough https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-titus/ Dr. Bob Yarbrough joins Michael to discuss the letter Paul wrote to encourage, re-orient, stabilize, and fortify his longterm coworker, Titus. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Yarbrough talk about: The person: Titus Leadership roles in the church Being “above reproach” Leadership qualities and character Works/deeds versus faith Faith, hope, and love Conflict in the church Read the full show notes here. Sat, 21 Jan 2023 17:31:00 -0000 full 2 94 Michael Easley Dr. Bob Yarbrough joins Michael to discuss the letter Paul wrote to encourage, re-orient, stabilize, and fortify his longterm coworker, Titus. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Yarbrough talk about: The person: Titus Leadership roles in the church Being “above reproach” Leadership qualities and character Works/deeds versus faith Faith, hope, and love Conflict in the church Read the full show notes here. Dr. Bob Yarbrough joins Michael to discuss the letter Paul wrote to encourage, re-orient, stabilize, and fortify his longterm coworker, Titus.

In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Yarbrough talk about:

  • The person: Titus
  • Leadership roles in the church
  • Being “above reproach”
  • Leadership qualities and character
  • Works/deeds versus faith
  • Faith, hope, and love
  • Conflict in the church


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3291 no Titus https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-titus/ A great book and a timely message Titus only occurs 13 times in the New Testament. While he traveled with Paul, he has an interesting designation: the Bishop of Crete. He's not an apostle, but he's been traveling and involved in these churches, and he's dispatched by Paul's authority to set things in order and appoint elders for these young churches.  Read the full show notes here. Fri, 20 Jan 2023 17:31:00 -0000 full 2 93 Michael Easley A great book and a timely message Titus only occurs 13 times in the New Testament. While he traveled with Paul, he has an interesting designation: the Bishop of Crete. He's not an apostle, but he's been traveling and involved in these churches, and he's dispatched by Paul's authority to set things in order and appoint elders for these young churches.  Read the full show notes here. A great book and a timely message


Titus only occurs 13 times in the New Testament. While he traveled with Paul, he has an interesting designation: the Bishop of Crete. He's not an apostle, but he's been traveling and involved in these churches, and he's dispatched by Paul's authority to set things in order and appoint elders for these young churches. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2166 no 2 Timothy https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-timothy/ A teaching on the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's second letter to Timothy, the last letter he wrote, stands alone as a personal exhortation from a father in the faith to his spiritual son. In it, Paul encourages: Be strong and courageous Do not be ashamed of the gospel Entrust sound doctrine to those who will teach others Endure hardship Fulfill your ministry This text is unique in its warning, encouragement, and warmth.  Read the full show notes here. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:31:00 -0000 full 2 92 Michael Easley A teaching on the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's second letter to Timothy, the last letter he wrote, stands alone as a personal exhortation from a father in the faith to his spiritual son. In it, Paul encourages: Be strong and courageous Do not be ashamed of the gospel Entrust sound doctrine to those who will teach others Endure hardship Fulfill your ministry This text is unique in its warning, encouragement, and warmth.  Read the full show notes here. A teaching on the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's second letter to Timothy, the last letter he wrote, stands alone as a personal exhortation from a father in the faith to his spiritual son. In it, Paul encourages:

Be strong and courageous

Do not be ashamed of the gospel

Entrust sound doctrine to those who will teach others

Endure hardship

Fulfill your ministry

This text is unique in its warning, encouragement, and warmth. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2971 no 1-2 Timothy Bonus with Dr. Mark Bailey https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1-2-timothy/ Dr. Mark Bailey joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to Timothy. If we make the mistake of equating position with value, we've missed the teaching of Jesus at the core level with His disciples, because they thought position was equal with value, they wanted to sit at His right and left. And He said, you don't understand: that's the way gentiles think, but the servant is the greatest of all. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:31:00 -0000 full 2 91 Michael Easley Dr. Mark Bailey joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to Timothy. If we make the mistake of equating position with value, we've missed the teaching of Jesus at the core level with His disciples, because they thought position was equal with value, they wanted to sit at His right and left. And He said, you don't understand: that's the way gentiles think, but the servant is the greatest of all. Read the full show notes here. Dr. Mark Bailey joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to Timothy.


If we make the mistake of equating position with value, we've missed the teaching of Jesus at the core level with His disciples, because they thought position was equal with value, they wanted to sit at His right and left. And He said, you don't understand: that's the way gentiles think, but the servant is the greatest of all.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3954 no 1 Timothy https://michaelincontext.com/1-timothy/ A short book full of practical theology, the first of the three Pastoral Epistles: 1 Timothy. Paul is telling the younger Timothy, pray—bring your requests and your thanksgiving—to God, pray for others and for your leaders, so that you might live a tranquil and quiet life with all godliness and dignity. That's fighting the good fight. It's not going to be fun, it's going to be hard, but it's the right fight. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:30:00 -0000 full 2 90 Michael Easley A short book full of practical theology, the first of the three Pastoral Epistles: 1 Timothy. Paul is telling the younger Timothy, pray—bring your requests and your thanksgiving—to God, pray for others and for your leaders, so that you might live a tranquil and quiet life with all godliness and dignity. That's fighting the good fight. It's not going to be fun, it's going to be hard, but it's the right fight. Read the full show notes here. A short book full of practical theology, the first of the three Pastoral Epistles: 1 Timothy.


Paul is telling the younger Timothy, pray—bring your requests and your thanksgiving—to God, pray for others and for your leaders, so that you might live a tranquil and quiet life with all godliness and dignity. That's fighting the good fight. It's not going to be fun, it's going to be hard, but it's the right fight.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2928 no 2 Thessalonians https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-thessalonians/ Michael teaches through the book of 2 Thessalonians: persevere when facing persecution, stand firm on sound doctrine, and follow the right examples of faith. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 16 Jan 2023 17:30:00 -0000 full 2 89 Michael Easley Michael teaches through the book of 2 Thessalonians: persevere when facing persecution, stand firm on sound doctrine, and follow the right examples of faith. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches through the book of 2 Thessalonians: persevere when facing persecution, stand firm on sound doctrine, and follow the right examples of faith.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2447 no 1-2 Thessalonians Bonus with Dr. Jeffrey Weima https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-thessalonians/ Dr. Jeffrey Weima joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to the Thessalonians. In this conversation, Michael & Dr. Weima discuss: Paul's missionary history & his time in Thessalonica Trinitarian theology in 1 Thessalonians Persecution of the church Sanctification: in your sexual life, the way you treat fellow believers, etc. End times: the return of Christ The empowerment of the Holy Spirit to live a sanctified life. The rapture A Biblical perspective on work And much more! "Paul, writing to new Christians with whom he has a good relationship, applauds the gains they have made and encourages them to live a holy life as they anticipate the glorious return of Christ." Read the full show notes here. Sun, 15 Jan 2023 17:30:00 -0000 full 2 88 Michael Easley Dr. Jeffrey Weima joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to the Thessalonians. In this conversation, Michael & Dr. Weima discuss: Paul's missionary history & his time in Thessalonica Trinitarian theology in 1 Thessalonians Persecution of the church Sanctification: in your sexual life, the way you treat fellow believers, etc. End times: the return of Christ The empowerment of the Holy Spirit to live a sanctified life. The rapture A Biblical perspective on work And much more! "Paul, writing to new Christians with whom he has a good relationship, applauds the gains they have made and encourages them to live a holy life as they anticipate the glorious return of Christ." Read the full show notes here. Dr. Jeffrey Weima joins Michael to discuss Paul's letters to the Thessalonians. In this conversation, Michael & Dr. Weima discuss:

Paul's missionary history & his time in Thessalonica

Trinitarian theology in 1 Thessalonians

Persecution of the church

Sanctification: in your sexual life, the way you treat fellow believers, etc.

End times: the return of Christ

The empowerment of the Holy Spirit to live a sanctified life.

The rapture

A Biblical perspective on work

And much more!


"Paul, writing to new Christians with whom he has a good relationship, applauds the gains they have made and encourages them to live a holy life as they anticipate the glorious return of Christ."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 4566 no 1 Thessalonians https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1-thessalonians/ The book of 1 Thessalonians: a common-sense overview of sanctification. Paul gives several remarkable passages regarding death and the believer. We don't grieve like the world, that's a game-changer for the believer. It's not morbid to think about your mortality because this world is not your home. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 14 Jan 2023 17:30:00 -0000 full 2 87 Michael Easley The book of 1 Thessalonians: a common-sense overview of sanctification. Paul gives several remarkable passages regarding death and the believer. We don't grieve like the world, that's a game-changer for the believer. It's not morbid to think about your mortality because this world is not your home. Read the full show notes here. The book of 1 Thessalonians: a common-sense overview of sanctification.


Paul gives several remarkable passages regarding death and the believer. We don't grieve like the world, that's a game-changer for the believer. It's not morbid to think about your mortality because this world is not your home.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2370 no Colossians Bonus with Dr. Joshua Jipp https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-colossians/ In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Jipp talk about: Why Paul wrote the letter to the Colossians The ancient cultural context of Colossae Our role in our own sanctification A Christian's role in politics Paul's instructions for marriage Read the full show notes here. Fri, 13 Jan 2023 17:29:00 -0000 full 2 86 Michael Easley In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Jipp talk about: Why Paul wrote the letter to the Colossians The ancient cultural context of Colossae Our role in our own sanctification A Christian's role in politics Paul's instructions for marriage Read the full show notes here. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Jipp talk about:

Why Paul wrote the letter to the Colossians

The ancient cultural context of Colossae

Our role in our own sanctification

A Christian's role in politics

Paul's instructions for marriage


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2453 no Colossians http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-colossians Michael teaches through the book of Colossians, a deeply Christ-centered text that prompts the question: what's at the center of your life? Read the full show notes here. Thu, 12 Jan 2023 17:29:00 -0000 full 2 85 Michael Easley Michael teaches through the book of Colossians, a deeply Christ-centered text that prompts the question: what's at the center of your life? Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches through the book of Colossians, a deeply Christ-centered text that prompts the question: what's at the center of your life?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3347 no Philippians http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-philippians "Morning by morning, new verses I read." Many are familiar with the book of Philippians—but we come to Scripture with a new lens or new perspective throughout our lives. We may know these verses well, but a reminder or closer look might yet yield a surprising revelation. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:29:00 -0000 full 2 84 Michael Easley "Morning by morning, new verses I read." Many are familiar with the book of Philippians—but we come to Scripture with a new lens or new perspective throughout our lives. We may know these verses well, but a reminder or closer look might yet yield a surprising revelation. Read the full show notes here. "Morning by morning, new verses I read."


Many are familiar with the book of Philippians—but we come to Scripture with a new lens or new perspective throughout our lives. We may know these verses well, but a reminder or closer look might yet yield a surprising revelation.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2496 no Ephesians Bonus with Dr. Michael Burer https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-ephesians/ Dr. Michael Burer joins Michael to continue discussing Paul's letter to the Ephesians.  In this conversation, they discuss: The purpose of Ephesians Vertical implications of our salvation Horizontal implications of our salvation The singularity of God + unity of the church Spiritual gifts Male/Female Roles and Responsibilities as given in Ephesians The Armor of God "The salvation that God has given us is so deep, so extensive, it leaves no area of our lives untouched." Read the full show notes here. Tue, 10 Jan 2023 17:29:00 -0000 full 2 83 Michael Easley Dr. Michael Burer joins Michael to continue discussing Paul's letter to the Ephesians.  In this conversation, they discuss: The purpose of Ephesians Vertical implications of our salvation Horizontal implications of our salvation The singularity of God + unity of the church Spiritual gifts Male/Female Roles and Responsibilities as given in Ephesians The Armor of God "The salvation that God has given us is so deep, so extensive, it leaves no area of our lives untouched." Read the full show notes here. Dr. Michael Burer joins Michael to continue discussing Paul's letter to the Ephesians. 


In this conversation, they discuss:

The purpose of Ephesians

Vertical implications of our salvation

Horizontal implications of our salvation

The singularity of God + unity of the church

Spiritual gifts

Male/Female Roles and Responsibilities as given in Ephesians

The Armor of God


"The salvation that God has given us is so deep, so extensive, it leaves no area of our lives untouched."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3388 no Ephesians https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-ephesians/ Paul paints a remarkable picture of Christ’s work, from eternity past into eternity future. Lavishly he sketches the theological framework and beauty of God’s love toward sinful mankind, and presents the gospel in unforgettable terms, for by grace you have been saved, then he marshals the practical impact –the changes –that accompany the believer’s new relationship. Interlaced, Paul briefly explains his personal role in God’s plan, and hastens to teach the Ephesians –and us –what Christ’s church is to be. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 17:28:00 -0000 full 2 82 Michael Easley Paul paints a remarkable picture of Christ’s work, from eternity past into eternity future. Lavishly he sketches the theological framework and beauty of God’s love toward sinful mankind, and presents the gospel in unforgettable terms, for by grace you have been saved, then he marshals the practical impact –the changes –that accompany the believer’s new relationship. Interlaced, Paul briefly explains his personal role in God’s plan, and hastens to teach the Ephesians –and us –what Christ’s church is to be. Read the full show notes here. Paul paints a remarkable picture of Christ’s work, from eternity past into eternity future. Lavishly he sketches the theological framework and beauty of God’s love toward sinful mankind, and presents the gospel in unforgettable terms, for by grace you have been saved, then he marshals the practical impact –the changes –that accompany the believer’s new relationship. Interlaced, Paul briefly explains his personal role in God’s plan, and hastens to teach the Ephesians –and us –what Christ’s church is to be.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2690 no Galatians Bonus with Dr. Jeff Robinson https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-galatians/ Dr. Jeff Robinson joins Michael to continue our discussion of Paul's letter to the church at Galatia. The Christian is to be a person of war. There’s a war going on inside you. The flesh is at war with the spirit. Don’t be surprised, Christian, that there’s this war going on inside you. Keep in step with the Spirit.  Read the full show notes here. Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:28:00 -0000 full 2 81 Michael Easley Dr. Jeff Robinson joins Michael to continue our discussion of Paul's letter to the church at Galatia. The Christian is to be a person of war. There’s a war going on inside you. The flesh is at war with the spirit. Don’t be surprised, Christian, that there’s this war going on inside you. Keep in step with the Spirit.  Read the full show notes here. Dr. Jeff Robinson joins Michael to continue our discussion of Paul's letter to the church at Galatia.


The Christian is to be a person of war. There’s a war going on inside you. The flesh is at war with the spirit. Don’t be surprised, Christian, that there’s this war going on inside you. Keep in step with the Spirit. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3161 no Galatians https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-galatians/ How do you know if a person is saved? What do we believe? How do we behave—and can that be measured? As a Christian, we generally agree on belief—but what behaviors are acceptable? This is precisely the question Paul addresses to the church in Galatia. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 07 Jan 2023 17:28:00 -0000 full 2 80 Michael Easley How do you know if a person is saved? What do we believe? How do we behave—and can that be measured? As a Christian, we generally agree on belief—but what behaviors are acceptable? This is precisely the question Paul addresses to the church in Galatia. Read the full show notes here. How do you know if a person is saved?


What do we believe? How do we behave—and can that be measured?


As a Christian, we generally agree on belief—but what behaviors are acceptable?


This is precisely the question Paul addresses to the church in Galatia.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3290 no 2 Corinthians Bonus with Dr. George Guthrie https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-2-corinthians/ Dr. George Guthrie joins Michael to discuss the book of 2 Corinthians. Ministry has to be grounded in the sufficiency of God, not the sufficiency of us. At the end of the day, we're limited. We are weak in the face of the dynamics of this universe. Realizing and embracing our limitations is a foundation-stone of true life in ministry. It gives us space to live in the grace of God, and find that the power of God is in that space of grace. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:27:00 -0000 full 2 79 Michael Easley Dr. George Guthrie joins Michael to discuss the book of 2 Corinthians. Ministry has to be grounded in the sufficiency of God, not the sufficiency of us. At the end of the day, we're limited. We are weak in the face of the dynamics of this universe. Realizing and embracing our limitations is a foundation-stone of true life in ministry. It gives us space to live in the grace of God, and find that the power of God is in that space of grace. Read the full show notes here. Dr. George Guthrie joins Michael to discuss the book of 2 Corinthians.


Ministry has to be grounded in the sufficiency of God, not the sufficiency of us.


At the end of the day, we're limited. We are weak in the face of the dynamics of this universe. Realizing and embracing our limitations is a foundation-stone of true life in ministry. It gives us space to live in the grace of God, and find that the power of God is in that space of grace.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3090 no 2 Corinthians http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2corinthians An overview of the book of 2 Corinthians; the Apostle Paul's most personal letter. Are you suffering? Are you concerned your prayers don't matter? Do you wonder if you're growing? Are you struggling to maintain hope? Believer in Christ, don't lost heart. This episode is for you. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 05 Jan 2023 17:27:00 -0000 full 2 78 Michael Easley An overview of the book of 2 Corinthians; the Apostle Paul's most personal letter. Are you suffering? Are you concerned your prayers don't matter? Do you wonder if you're growing? Are you struggling to maintain hope? Believer in Christ, don't lost heart. This episode is for you. Read the full show notes here. An overview of the book of 2 Corinthians; the Apostle Paul's most personal letter.


Are you suffering?

Are you concerned your prayers don't matter?

Do you wonder if you're growing?

Are you struggling to maintain hope?


Believer in Christ, don't lost heart. This episode is for you.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2566 no 1 Corinthians Bonus with Craig Blomberg https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-1-corinthians/ Dr. Craig Blomberg joins us to take another look in Paul's corrections to the church at Corinth Paul's use of anecdotes in his instruction Division and unity in the church Judgment What it means to inherit the Kingdom of God Read the full show notes here. Wed, 04 Jan 2023 17:27:00 -0000 full 2 77 Michael Easley Dr. Craig Blomberg joins us to take another look in Paul's corrections to the church at Corinth Paul's use of anecdotes in his instruction Division and unity in the church Judgment What it means to inherit the Kingdom of God Read the full show notes here. Dr. Craig Blomberg joins us to take another look in Paul's corrections to the church at Corinth

Paul's use of anecdotes in his instruction

Division and unity in the church

Judgment

What it means to inherit the Kingdom of God


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 4247 no 1 Corinthians https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1corinthians/ An overview of 1 Corinthians: A correction given generations ago that remains poignantly applicable today. In this episode we recap what we've surveyed so far in the New Testament and dive into the first of two letters we have from Paul to the church in Corinth. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 03 Jan 2023 17:27:00 -0000 full 2 76 Michael Easley An overview of 1 Corinthians: A correction given generations ago that remains poignantly applicable today. In this episode we recap what we've surveyed so far in the New Testament and dive into the first of two letters we have from Paul to the church in Corinth. Read the full show notes here. An overview of 1 Corinthians: A correction given generations ago that remains poignantly applicable today. In this episode we recap what we've surveyed so far in the New Testament and dive into the first of two letters we have from Paul to the church in Corinth.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2997 no Romans https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-romans/ Michael teaches an overview of the book of Romans. This book, often called the magnum opus of Paul's writings, is a theological crash-course and practical handbook for the Christian life in one text. Paul's letter to the Romans is both a deeply doctrinal theological thesis and an accessible, practical handbook to following Christ. It is a clear presentation of the gospel and its implication for our lives. Join us as we examine this text, beneficial to all believers. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 02 Jan 2023 17:27:00 -0000 full 2 75 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Romans. This book, often called the magnum opus of Paul's writings, is a theological crash-course and practical handbook for the Christian life in one text. Paul's letter to the Romans is both a deeply doctrinal theological thesis and an accessible, practical handbook to following Christ. It is a clear presentation of the gospel and its implication for our lives. Join us as we examine this text, beneficial to all believers. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Romans. This book, often called the magnum opus of Paul's writings, is a theological crash-course and practical handbook for the Christian life in one text.


Paul's letter to the Romans is both a deeply doctrinal theological thesis and an accessible, practical handbook to following Christ. It is a clear presentation of the gospel and its implication for our lives. Join us as we examine this text, beneficial to all believers.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2879 no Acts Bonus with Dr. Darrell Bock https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-acts/ Dr. Bock is back to continue his conversation with Michael about the words of Luke found in the New Testament. In this robust discussion about the book of Acts, Michael and Dr. Bock discuss:  Authorship Geographic significance of the literary structure  Expanse and influence of the Roman Empire The significance of Pentecost  Water Baptism v. Baptism of the Holy Spirit The early church Read the full show notes here. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 17:26:00 -0000 full 2 74 Michael Easley Dr. Bock is back to continue his conversation with Michael about the words of Luke found in the New Testament. In this robust discussion about the book of Acts, Michael and Dr. Bock discuss:  Authorship Geographic significance of the literary structure  Expanse and influence of the Roman Empire The significance of Pentecost  Water Baptism v. Baptism of the Holy Spirit The early church Read the full show notes here. Dr. Bock is back to continue his conversation with Michael about the words of Luke found in the New Testament. In this robust discussion about the book of Acts, Michael and Dr. Bock discuss: 

Authorship

Geographic significance of the literary structure 

Expanse and influence of the Roman Empire

The significance of Pentecost 

Water Baptism v. Baptism of the Holy Spirit

The early church


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 4144 no Acts https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-acts/ Michael teaches an overview of the book of Acts. Often referred to as The Acts of The Apostles, but perhaps more aptly titled: The Acts of The Holy Spirit. In Acts, Luke details the initial fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20), the spread of the gospel of Christ from Jerusalem to Rome. Listen to learn the significance of the symbolism in that journey, and how it ties into the text. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 31 Dec 2022 17:26:00 -0000 full 2 73 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Acts. Often referred to as The Acts of The Apostles, but perhaps more aptly titled: The Acts of The Holy Spirit. In Acts, Luke details the initial fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20), the spread of the gospel of Christ from Jerusalem to Rome. Listen to learn the significance of the symbolism in that journey, and how it ties into the text. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Acts. Often referred to as The Acts of The Apostles, but perhaps more aptly titled: The Acts of The Holy Spirit.


In Acts, Luke details the initial fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20), the spread of the gospel of Christ from Jerusalem to Rome.


Listen to learn the significance of the symbolism in that journey, and how it ties into the text.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3673 no John Bonus with Dr. Crawford Loritts https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-john/ In reading the gospel of John, we're compelled to believe based upon who Jesus is, but also based upon the motivation of our great God, which was love, to send His only Son that we might be saved. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 30 Dec 2022 17:26:00 -0000 full 2 72 Michael Easley In reading the gospel of John, we're compelled to believe based upon who Jesus is, but also based upon the motivation of our great God, which was love, to send His only Son that we might be saved. Read the full show notes here. In reading the gospel of John, we're compelled to believe based upon who Jesus is, but also based upon the motivation of our great God, which was love, to send His only Son that we might be saved.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2748 John https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-john/ The book of John is unique both in what it includes and what it excludes in its account of the life and works of Jesus Christ. Today, we dive into all of it in this overview episode on the gospel of John. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 29 Dec 2022 17:26:00 -0000 full 2 71 Michael Easley The book of John is unique both in what it includes and what it excludes in its account of the life and works of Jesus Christ. Today, we dive into all of it in this overview episode on the gospel of John. Read the full show notes here. The book of John is unique both in what it includes and what it excludes in its account of the life and works of Jesus Christ. Today, we dive into all of it in this overview episode on the gospel of John.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2389 no Luke Bonus with Dr. Darrell Bock https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-luke/ Dr. Darrell Bock joins Michael to shed some light on the gospel account recorded by Luke. The core theme of Luke-Acts is to say that God's plan to bring all the nations into a restored relationship with God was part of His program when He called out Abraham in Genesis, and we're seeing the working out of that still today. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 27 Dec 2022 17:26:00 -0000 full 2 70 Michael Easley Dr. Darrell Bock joins Michael to shed some light on the gospel account recorded by Luke. The core theme of Luke-Acts is to say that God's plan to bring all the nations into a restored relationship with God was part of His program when He called out Abraham in Genesis, and we're seeing the working out of that still today. Read the full show notes here. Dr. Darrell Bock joins Michael to shed some light on the gospel account recorded by Luke.


The core theme of Luke-Acts is to say that God's plan to bring all the nations into a restored relationship with God was part of His program when He called out Abraham in Genesis, and we're seeing the working out of that still today.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2354 no Luke http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-luke Today we take a look at the gospel account written by Luke, the largest contributor to the New Testament. J. Sidlow Baxter observes: "Whereas the emphasis in Matthew is on what Jesus said, and in Mark on what Jesus did, here in Luke it is rather on Jesus Himself." Read the full show notes here. Mon, 26 Dec 2022 17:25:00 -0000 full 2 69 Michael Easley Today we take a look at the gospel account written by Luke, the largest contributor to the New Testament. J. Sidlow Baxter observes: "Whereas the emphasis in Matthew is on what Jesus said, and in Mark on what Jesus did, here in Luke it is rather on Jesus Himself." Read the full show notes here. Today we take a look at the gospel account written by Luke, the largest contributor to the New Testament. J. Sidlow Baxter observes: "Whereas the emphasis in Matthew is on what Jesus said, and in Mark on what Jesus did, here in Luke it is rather on Jesus Himself."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2126 no Mark Bonus with Dr. Mark Strauss https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-mark/ Dr. Mark Strauss helps us handle the gospel account of Mark. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Strauss discuss: Mark's authorship and influences The significance of Mark's gospel Christ's example as represented in Mark Major parables and themes from Mark's gospel Read the full show notes here. Sun, 25 Dec 2022 17:25:00 -0000 full 2 68 Michael Easley Dr. Mark Strauss helps us handle the gospel account of Mark. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Strauss discuss: Mark's authorship and influences The significance of Mark's gospel Christ's example as represented in Mark Major parables and themes from Mark's gospel Read the full show notes here. Dr. Mark Strauss helps us handle the gospel account of Mark. In this conversation, Michael and Dr. Strauss discuss:

Mark's authorship and influences

The significance of Mark's gospel

Christ's example as represented in Mark

Major parables and themes from Mark's gospel


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 4448 no Mark https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-mark/ The gospel of Mark is the shortest, most concise, most candid, and arguably the most complex account of Jesus's life and ministry. Michael helps us begin to rightly place this important account in the whole of Scripture in this overview of the book of Mark. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 24 Dec 2022 17:24:00 -0000 full 2 67 Michael Easley The gospel of Mark is the shortest, most concise, most candid, and arguably the most complex account of Jesus's life and ministry. Michael helps us begin to rightly place this important account in the whole of Scripture in this overview of the book of Mark. Read the full show notes here. The gospel of Mark is the shortest, most concise, most candid, and arguably the most complex account of Jesus's life and ministry.


Michael helps us begin to rightly place this important account in the whole of Scripture in this overview of the book of Mark.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3151 no Matthew Bonus with Dr. Kevin Zuber http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-matthew The gospel of Matthew: a fitting continuation to the New Testament. Dr. Kevin Zuber joins Michael in this episode to discuss the book of Matthew in regards to its purpose, context, and application for its original recipients and for us today. "The kinds of questions we like to ask are not completely illegitimate, but one problem with modern hermeneutics is that we're often asking questions of the text it was never really intended to answer." Read the full show notes here. Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:24:00 -0000 full 2 66 Michael Easley The gospel of Matthew: a fitting continuation to the New Testament. Dr. Kevin Zuber joins Michael in this episode to discuss the book of Matthew in regards to its purpose, context, and application for its original recipients and for us today. "The kinds of questions we like to ask are not completely illegitimate, but one problem with modern hermeneutics is that we're often asking questions of the text it was never really intended to answer." Read the full show notes here. The gospel of Matthew: a fitting continuation to the New Testament.


Dr. Kevin Zuber joins Michael in this episode to discuss the book of Matthew in regards to its purpose, context, and application for its original recipients and for us today.


"The kinds of questions we like to ask are not completely illegitimate, but one problem with modern hermeneutics is that we're often asking questions of the text it was never really intended to answer."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3279 no Matthew http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-matthew Michael teaches an overview of the book of Matthew and offers context for discussing the four gospel accounts. "The gospel in regards to Christianity is, in fact, the best news." The whole story rides on Chosen People who will receive God's Covenant Promises. Together, the four gospel accounts make up approximately 46% of the New Testament. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 17:24:00 -0000 full 2 65 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Matthew and offers context for discussing the four gospel accounts. "The gospel in regards to Christianity is, in fact, the best news." The whole story rides on Chosen People who will receive God's Covenant Promises. Together, the four gospel accounts make up approximately 46% of the New Testament. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Matthew and offers context for discussing the four gospel accounts.


"The gospel in regards to Christianity is, in fact, the best news." The whole story rides on Chosen People who will receive God's Covenant Promises. Together, the four gospel accounts make up approximately 46% of the New Testament.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2607 no Old Testament Overview http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-old-testament Michael teaches a concluding message about the Old Testament and reminds us where The Big Book––Cover to Cover series came from. As we wrap up the Old Testament it's important that we revisit why we began this series in the first place: Why is it important to understand the big picture of Scripture as a whole? Read the full show notes here. Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:24:00 -0000 full 1 64 Michael Easley Michael teaches a concluding message about the Old Testament and reminds us where The Big Book––Cover to Cover series came from. As we wrap up the Old Testament it's important that we revisit why we began this series in the first place: Why is it important to understand the big picture of Scripture as a whole? Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches a concluding message about the Old Testament and reminds us where The Big Book––Cover to Cover series came from.


As we wrap up the Old Testament it's important that we revisit why we began this series in the first place: Why is it important to understand the big picture of Scripture as a whole?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2733 no Malachi https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-malachi/ Michael teaches an overview of the book of Malachi. The last of the prophets serves as a perfect photo-finish to the Old Testament. Covenant people, will you live faithfully no matter what your experience tells you?  Read the full show notes here. Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:23:00 -0000 full 1 63 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Malachi. The last of the prophets serves as a perfect photo-finish to the Old Testament. Covenant people, will you live faithfully no matter what your experience tells you?  Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Malachi. The last of the prophets serves as a perfect photo-finish to the Old Testament. Covenant people, will you live faithfully no matter what your experience tells you? 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2536 no Zechariah https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-zechariah/ Michael teaches an overview on the book of Zechariah. We rarely have answers to our "why" or "how long" questions, but we have clear instructions from the Lord: Trust Him.  Join us for another remarkably timely reminder from an ancient prophet whose words to his original audience point them, and us, to timeless truth about the God we serve.  Read the full show notes here. Mon, 19 Dec 2022 17:23:00 -0000 full 1 62 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview on the book of Zechariah. We rarely have answers to our "why" or "how long" questions, but we have clear instructions from the Lord: Trust Him.  Join us for another remarkably timely reminder from an ancient prophet whose words to his original audience point them, and us, to timeless truth about the God we serve.  Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview on the book of Zechariah. We rarely have answers to our "why" or "how long" questions, but we have clear instructions from the Lord: Trust Him. 


Join us for another remarkably timely reminder from an ancient prophet whose words to his original audience point them, and us, to timeless truth about the God we serve. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2725 no Haggai http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-haggai Michael teaches an overview on the book of Haggai.  The book of Haggai offers yet another timely reminder from an ancient prophet and prompts a pertinent evaluation of our priorities, resources, and control. Haggai is the second-shortest book in the Bible, but don't discredit it. There's a lot here in 38 short verses.  Read the full show notes here. Sun, 18 Dec 2022 17:23:00 -0000 full 1 61 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview on the book of Haggai.  The book of Haggai offers yet another timely reminder from an ancient prophet and prompts a pertinent evaluation of our priorities, resources, and control. Haggai is the second-shortest book in the Bible, but don't discredit it. There's a lot here in 38 short verses.  Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview on the book of Haggai. 


The book of Haggai offers yet another timely reminder from an ancient prophet and prompts a pertinent evaluation of our priorities, resources, and control.


Haggai is the second-shortest book in the Bible, but don't discredit it. There's a lot here in 38 short verses. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1957 no Zephaniah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-zephaniah Michael teaches an overview of the book of Zephaniah. An interesting book at many levels, Zephaniah prophesied during the time of the young King Josiah as he tried to lead his people to turn back to God. This is a book of warning and encouragement, and one with practical application fitting for our time. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 17 Dec 2022 17:23:00 -0000 full 1 60 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Zephaniah. An interesting book at many levels, Zephaniah prophesied during the time of the young King Josiah as he tried to lead his people to turn back to God. This is a book of warning and encouragement, and one with practical application fitting for our time. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Zephaniah.


An interesting book at many levels, Zephaniah prophesied during the time of the young King Josiah as he tried to lead his people to turn back to God.


This is a book of warning and encouragement, and one with practical application fitting for our time.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2240 no Habakkuk Bonus with Dr. Jack Collins https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-habakkuk/ As mentioned in the teaching episode on Habakkuk, this is a unique book. Where most prophetic books address a people group, Habakkuk is an account of dialogue between a prophet and God. Dr. Jack Collins joins Michael to talk about this book - what understanding should we bring to our study of Habakkuk, and what should we take away? Read the full show notes here. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 17:22:00 -0000 full 1 59 Michael Easley As mentioned in the teaching episode on Habakkuk, this is a unique book. Where most prophetic books address a people group, Habakkuk is an account of dialogue between a prophet and God. Dr. Jack Collins joins Michael to talk about this book - what understanding should we bring to our study of Habakkuk, and what should we take away? Read the full show notes here. As mentioned in the teaching episode on Habakkuk, this is a unique book. Where most prophetic books address a people group, Habakkuk is an account of dialogue between a prophet and God.


Dr. Jack Collins joins Michael to talk about this book - what understanding should we bring to our study of Habakkuk, and what should we take away?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2156 no Habakkuk http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-habakkuk Michael teaches an overview on the book of Habakkuk. Men have always had the same responses to crisis: How long? How can this go on? Why do the righteous suffer? Why do the wicked prosper? God, why aren't You doing something? Unlike most prophets who are talking to Judah, Israel, Assyria, the Babylonians - some people group - this is a conversation between a prophet and God. Join us as we study this unique prophetic text. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 15 Dec 2022 17:22:00 -0000 full 1 58 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview on the book of Habakkuk. Men have always had the same responses to crisis: How long? How can this go on? Why do the righteous suffer? Why do the wicked prosper? God, why aren't You doing something? Unlike most prophets who are talking to Judah, Israel, Assyria, the Babylonians - some people group - this is a conversation between a prophet and God. Join us as we study this unique prophetic text. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview on the book of Habakkuk. Men have always had the same responses to crisis: How long? How can this go on? Why do the righteous suffer? Why do the wicked prosper? God, why aren't You doing something? Unlike most prophets who are talking to Judah, Israel, Assyria, the Babylonians - some people group - this is a conversation between a prophet and God.


Join us as we study this unique prophetic text.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2006 no Nahum Bonus with Dr. Kenneth Boa https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-nahum/ Dr. Boa is back on inContext to talk through the book of Nahum and give us an overview of the prophetic books. "The key to really loving God is to know him. To know Him is to love Him, to love Him is to trust Him, to trust Him is to be willing to obey what He calls us to do, even when it doesn't make sense. When we obey, we abide in Christ, and when we abide we bear fruit, and when we bear fruit we glorify the Father." Read the full show notes here. Wed, 14 Dec 2022 17:22:00 -0000 full 1 57 Michael Easley Dr. Boa is back on inContext to talk through the book of Nahum and give us an overview of the prophetic books. "The key to really loving God is to know him. To know Him is to love Him, to love Him is to trust Him, to trust Him is to be willing to obey what He calls us to do, even when it doesn't make sense. When we obey, we abide in Christ, and when we abide we bear fruit, and when we bear fruit we glorify the Father." Read the full show notes here. Dr. Boa is back on inContext to talk through the book of Nahum and give us an overview of the prophetic books.


"The key to really loving God is to know him. To know Him is to love Him, to love Him is to trust Him, to trust Him is to be willing to obey what He calls us to do, even when it doesn't make sense. When we obey, we abide in Christ, and when we abide we bear fruit, and when we bear fruit we glorify the Father."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2343 no Nahum https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-nahum/ Michael teaches an overview of the book of Nahum. Nahum delivered a potent decree of God's judgment in three short chapters. His message is clear: God is indeed a God of wrath. Is it possible, however, that God's wrath demonstrates His love? Read the full show notes here. Tue, 13 Dec 2022 17:22:00 -0000 full 1 56 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Nahum. Nahum delivered a potent decree of God's judgment in three short chapters. His message is clear: God is indeed a God of wrath. Is it possible, however, that God's wrath demonstrates His love? Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Nahum. Nahum delivered a potent decree of God's judgment in three short chapters. His message is clear: God is indeed a God of wrath. Is it possible, however, that God's wrath demonstrates His love?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2078 no Micah Bonus with Dr. Mark Chavalas http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-micah Michael speaks with Dr. Mark Chavalas about the book of Micah. Micah prophesies to a nation under siege, offering stark warning of God's impending judgment and future hope for the remnant God will preserve, according to His promises. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 12 Dec 2022 17:21:00 -0000 full 1 55 Michael Easley Michael speaks with Dr. Mark Chavalas about the book of Micah. Micah prophesies to a nation under siege, offering stark warning of God's impending judgment and future hope for the remnant God will preserve, according to His promises. Read the full show notes here. Michael speaks with Dr. Mark Chavalas about the book of Micah.


Micah prophesies to a nation under siege, offering stark warning of God's impending judgment and future hope for the remnant God will preserve, according to His promises.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1540 no Micah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-micah One of the features of the book of Micah that sets this prophet apart is his audience. Isaiah prophesied to kings and princes, but Micah prophesied in the country - a more rural prophet.  But his message aligns with the over-arching message of most of the prophets: a reminder of God's Word, His coming judgment, and His gracious goodness.  Read the full show notes here. Sun, 11 Dec 2022 17:21:00 -0000 full 1 54 Michael Easley One of the features of the book of Micah that sets this prophet apart is his audience. Isaiah prophesied to kings and princes, but Micah prophesied in the country - a more rural prophet.  But his message aligns with the over-arching message of most of the prophets: a reminder of God's Word, His coming judgment, and His gracious goodness.  Read the full show notes here. One of the features of the book of Micah that sets this prophet apart is his audience. Isaiah prophesied to kings and princes, but Micah prophesied in the country - a more rural prophet. 


But his message aligns with the over-arching message of most of the prophets: a reminder of God's Word, His coming judgment, and His gracious goodness. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2343 no Jonah Bonus with Dr. David T. Lamb http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-jonah Dr. David T. Lamb returns to inContext to talk about a book many of us have been familiar with since childhood. In Dr. Lamb's word: It's easy to make fun of Jonah, but I'd encourage us to be able to somehow see ourselves in Jonah and the ways that we resist God's lead. How am I like Jonah? How can I be open to God's leading? How can I love my enemies? Read the full show notes here. Sat, 10 Dec 2022 17:21:00 -0000 full 1 53 Michael Easley Dr. David T. Lamb returns to inContext to talk about a book many of us have been familiar with since childhood. In Dr. Lamb's word: It's easy to make fun of Jonah, but I'd encourage us to be able to somehow see ourselves in Jonah and the ways that we resist God's lead. How am I like Jonah? How can I be open to God's leading? How can I love my enemies? Read the full show notes here. Dr. David T. Lamb returns to inContext to talk about a book many of us have been familiar with since childhood.


In Dr. Lamb's word: It's easy to make fun of Jonah, but I'd encourage us to be able to somehow see ourselves in Jonah and the ways that we resist God's lead. How am I like Jonah? How can I be open to God's leading? How can I love my enemies?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1998 no Jonah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-jonah Michael teaches an overview of the book of Jonah. Well known and widely regarded as a children's story or a "whale's tale," this is a text many of us ought to look at with fresh eyes. It is the living word of God. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:21:00 -0000 full 1 52 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Jonah. Well known and widely regarded as a children's story or a "whale's tale," this is a text many of us ought to look at with fresh eyes. It is the living word of God. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Jonah. Well known and widely regarded as a children's story or a "whale's tale," this is a text many of us ought to look at with fresh eyes. It is the living word of God.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2569 no Obadiah Bonus with Dr. Mark Chavalas http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-obadiah Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us again, this time to discuss the minor prophet Obadiah. As always, the historical context Dr. Chavalas brings helps us to wrap our minds around the bigger picture. In this case, he reminds us that we can expect God to be the same today that He was when this book was written: He is faithful and He is just. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:20:00 -0000 full 1 51 Michael Easley Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us again, this time to discuss the minor prophet Obadiah. As always, the historical context Dr. Chavalas brings helps us to wrap our minds around the bigger picture. In this case, he reminds us that we can expect God to be the same today that He was when this book was written: He is faithful and He is just. Read the full show notes here. Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us again, this time to discuss the minor prophet Obadiah.


As always, the historical context Dr. Chavalas brings helps us to wrap our minds around the bigger picture. In this case, he reminds us that we can expect God to be the same today that He was when this book was written: He is faithful and He is just.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2020 no Obadiah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-obadiah Michael teaches an overview of the book of Obadiah. We don't know a lot about the prophet Obadiah or the exact timeframe in which this was written, but we know a lot about his message. It's very clear. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:20:00 -0000 full 1 50 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Obadiah. We don't know a lot about the prophet Obadiah or the exact timeframe in which this was written, but we know a lot about his message. It's very clear. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Obadiah. We don't know a lot about the prophet Obadiah or the exact timeframe in which this was written, but we know a lot about his message. It's very clear.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2263 no Amos http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-amos Michael teaches an overview of the book of Amos, perhaps the oldest book of the Minor Prophets. Amos prophesied during a period of national optimism in Israel… But below the surface, greed and injustice were festering. The prophet Amos strives to remind God's people who He is, what He has promised, and to contend that He will indeed do as He said. He is unchanging and His Word is sure. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 06 Dec 2022 17:20:00 -0000 full 1 49 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Amos, perhaps the oldest book of the Minor Prophets. Amos prophesied during a period of national optimism in Israel… But below the surface, greed and injustice were festering. The prophet Amos strives to remind God's people who He is, what He has promised, and to contend that He will indeed do as He said. He is unchanging and His Word is sure. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Amos, perhaps the oldest book of the Minor Prophets. Amos prophesied during a period of national optimism in Israel… But below the surface, greed and injustice were festering.


The prophet Amos strives to remind God's people who He is, what He has promised, and to contend that He will indeed do as He said. He is unchanging and His Word is sure.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2333 no The Minor Prophets with Dr. David W Baker https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-minor-prophets/ Michael speaks with Dr. David W. Baker about studying the Minor Prophets. You've got to chew slowly on Scripture. Remember the day of the Lord is here. Respond correctly. The Minor Prophets speak to specific times and places. "We seem to be reading our Scripture selectively even though it's the same prophet speaking." Read the full show notes here. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:19:00 -0000 full 1 48 Michael Easley Michael speaks with Dr. David W. Baker about studying the Minor Prophets. You've got to chew slowly on Scripture. Remember the day of the Lord is here. Respond correctly. The Minor Prophets speak to specific times and places. "We seem to be reading our Scripture selectively even though it's the same prophet speaking." Read the full show notes here. Michael speaks with Dr. David W. Baker about studying the Minor Prophets. You've got to chew slowly on Scripture. Remember the day of the Lord is here. Respond correctly. The Minor Prophets speak to specific times and places.


"We seem to be reading our Scripture selectively even though it's the same prophet speaking."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2369 no Joel http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-joel Michael teaches an overview of the book of Joel. Joel is a very brief book and we know very little about Joel the prophet, or the timeframe in which this book was written. Yet the book of Joel is so comprehensive in its references to other Old Testament writings, as well as how the New Testament employs the book, that it garners a lot of attention. Join us as we study this small but influential text. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 04 Dec 2022 17:19:00 -0000 full 1 47 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview of the book of Joel. Joel is a very brief book and we know very little about Joel the prophet, or the timeframe in which this book was written. Yet the book of Joel is so comprehensive in its references to other Old Testament writings, as well as how the New Testament employs the book, that it garners a lot of attention. Join us as we study this small but influential text. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview of the book of Joel.


Joel is a very brief book and we know very little about Joel the prophet, or the timeframe in which this book was written.


Yet the book of Joel is so comprehensive in its references to other Old Testament writings, as well as how the New Testament employs the book, that it garners a lot of attention.


Join us as we study this small but influential text.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1903 no Hosea Bonus with Dr. Eric J Tulley https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-hosea/ Michael speaks with Dr. Eric Tully about the book of Hosea. "We, with Hosea and his listeners, also look forward to a time in the future when God sets all things right. But for Hosea, everything was in the future, and we live in a time where the eschatological future has already begun because Christ has already come." A lot of times when we talk about idolatry we talk about the thing that we want...and I think one of the things that Hosea communicates is that the idolatry is not necessarily the thing that you want, it's the means by which you think you can get it. "Idolatry is the things you're putting your trust in to get the things that you want." Read the full show notes here. Sat, 03 Dec 2022 17:19:00 -0000 full 1 46 Michael Easley Michael speaks with Dr. Eric Tully about the book of Hosea. "We, with Hosea and his listeners, also look forward to a time in the future when God sets all things right. But for Hosea, everything was in the future, and we live in a time where the eschatological future has already begun because Christ has already come." A lot of times when we talk about idolatry we talk about the thing that we want...and I think one of the things that Hosea communicates is that the idolatry is not necessarily the thing that you want, it's the means by which you think you can get it. "Idolatry is the things you're putting your trust in to get the things that you want." Read the full show notes here. Michael speaks with Dr. Eric Tully about the book of Hosea.


"We, with Hosea and his listeners, also look forward to a time in the future when God sets all things right. But for Hosea, everything was in the future, and we live in a time where the eschatological future has already begun because Christ has already come."


A lot of times when we talk about idolatry we talk about the thing that we want...and I think one of the things that Hosea communicates is that the idolatry is not necessarily the thing that you want, it's the means by which you think you can get it.


"Idolatry is the things you're putting your trust in to get the things that you want."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2303 no Hosea https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-hosea/ Michael teaches an overview on the book of Hosea. In this short book God warns and convicts His people of their idolatry through the story of a man instructed to retrieve his unfaithful wife again and again. Though judgment and destruction are sure, salvation will come. Join us as we examine God's faithfulness to His faithless people in order to bring them to restoration. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 17:19:00 -0000 full 1 45 Michael Easley Michael teaches an overview on the book of Hosea. In this short book God warns and convicts His people of their idolatry through the story of a man instructed to retrieve his unfaithful wife again and again. Though judgment and destruction are sure, salvation will come. Join us as we examine God's faithfulness to His faithless people in order to bring them to restoration. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches an overview on the book of Hosea.


In this short book God warns and convicts His people of their idolatry through the story of a man instructed to retrieve his unfaithful wife again and again.


Though judgment and destruction are sure, salvation will come.


Join us as we examine God's faithfulness to His faithless people in order to bring them to restoration.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2463 no Daniel Bonus with Dr. Wendy Widder https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-daniel/ Michael interviews Dr. Wendy Widder about the book of Daniel. Dr. Widder has studied and taught the book of Daniel extensively for more than a decade, and joins us in this episode to do the same.  Dr. Widder's insights are fascinating, challenging, and encouraging.  Read the full show notes here. Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:18:00 -0000 full 1 44 Michael Easley Michael interviews Dr. Wendy Widder about the book of Daniel. Dr. Widder has studied and taught the book of Daniel extensively for more than a decade, and joins us in this episode to do the same.  Dr. Widder's insights are fascinating, challenging, and encouraging.  Read the full show notes here. Michael interviews Dr. Wendy Widder about the book of Daniel. Dr. Widder has studied and taught the book of Daniel extensively for more than a decade, and joins us in this episode to do the same. 


Dr. Widder's insights are fascinating, challenging, and encouraging. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2829 no Daniel https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-daniel/ Sometimes referred to as the "Revelation" of the Old Testament, the book of Daniel remains an intriguing and controversial book. It is a favorite book for the young and those who have interest in prophecy. In broad sweeps, the first half of the book covers Daniel’s life in Babylon, from his early teen years rising to prominence and at times in despair. His pious life among a pagan culture draws attention from his enemies and favor from his God. The second part of the book records accounts of visions rich with imagery and most significantly, references to the future King and Messiah. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 30 Nov 2022 17:18:00 -0000 full 1 43 Michael Easley Sometimes referred to as the "Revelation" of the Old Testament, the book of Daniel remains an intriguing and controversial book. It is a favorite book for the young and those who have interest in prophecy. In broad sweeps, the first half of the book covers Daniel’s life in Babylon, from his early teen years rising to prominence and at times in despair. His pious life among a pagan culture draws attention from his enemies and favor from his God. The second part of the book records accounts of visions rich with imagery and most significantly, references to the future King and Messiah. Read the full show notes here. Sometimes referred to as the "Revelation" of the Old Testament, the book of Daniel remains an intriguing and controversial book.


It is a favorite book for the young and those who have interest in prophecy.


In broad sweeps, the first half of the book covers Daniel’s life in Babylon, from his early teen years rising to prominence and at times in despair.


His pious life among a pagan culture draws attention from his enemies and favor from his God.


The second part of the book records accounts of visions rich with imagery and most significantly, references to the future King and Messiah.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2261 no Ezekiel https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-ezekiel/ Ezekiel prophesies among the Jewish exiles in Babylon during the last days of Judah’s decline and downfall. His ministry is in some ways similar to that of his older contemporary, Jeremiah. But while Jeremiah delivers a chilling message of destruction in Jerusalem, Ezekiel brings a warming message of reconstruction in Babylon. Jeremiah is a man of tears, Ezekiel is a man of visions. Join us as we look at what his visions reveal to us about God's judgment, righteousness, and mercy. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 29 Nov 2022 17:18:00 -0000 full 1 42 Michael Easley Ezekiel prophesies among the Jewish exiles in Babylon during the last days of Judah’s decline and downfall. His ministry is in some ways similar to that of his older contemporary, Jeremiah. But while Jeremiah delivers a chilling message of destruction in Jerusalem, Ezekiel brings a warming message of reconstruction in Babylon. Jeremiah is a man of tears, Ezekiel is a man of visions. Join us as we look at what his visions reveal to us about God's judgment, righteousness, and mercy. Read the full show notes here. Ezekiel prophesies among the Jewish exiles in Babylon during the last days of Judah’s decline and downfall. His ministry is in some ways similar to that of his older contemporary, Jeremiah.


But while Jeremiah delivers a chilling message of destruction in Jerusalem, Ezekiel brings a warming message of reconstruction in Babylon.


Jeremiah is a man of tears, Ezekiel is a man of visions.


Join us as we look at what his visions reveal to us about God's judgment, righteousness, and mercy.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2625 no Lamentations Bonus with Dr. Christopher J H Wright http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-lamentations Michael discusses Lamentations with Rev. Dr. Christopher J H Wright. “We shouldn’t read the Bible without including Lamentations – and we shouldn’t read Lamentations without regard to the rest of the Bible.” Read the full show notes here. Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:17:00 -0000 full 1 41 Michael Easley Michael discusses Lamentations with Rev. Dr. Christopher J H Wright. “We shouldn’t read the Bible without including Lamentations – and we shouldn’t read Lamentations without regard to the rest of the Bible.” Read the full show notes here. Michael discusses Lamentations with Rev. Dr. Christopher J H Wright.


“We shouldn’t read the Bible without including Lamentations – and we shouldn’t read Lamentations without regard to the rest of the Bible.”


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2351 no Lamentations http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-lamentations A mournful post-script to the longest book of the Bible (Jeremiah), Lamentations serves a sure and certain warning. As God's people grieve the loss of the Tabernacle, heaven remains silent. What does this tell us about who God is? How should we read and respond to this difficult text? The encouragement found in the sorrowful prose of this book may surprise you–and even offer hope: God's lovingkindness never ceases. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 27 Nov 2022 17:17:00 -0000 full 1 40 Michael Easley A mournful post-script to the longest book of the Bible (Jeremiah), Lamentations serves a sure and certain warning. As God's people grieve the loss of the Tabernacle, heaven remains silent. What does this tell us about who God is? How should we read and respond to this difficult text? The encouragement found in the sorrowful prose of this book may surprise you–and even offer hope: God's lovingkindness never ceases. Read the full show notes here. A mournful post-script to the longest book of the Bible (Jeremiah), Lamentations serves a sure and certain warning. As God's people grieve the loss of the Tabernacle, heaven remains silent.


What does this tell us about who God is? How should we read and respond to this difficult text?


The encouragement found in the sorrowful prose of this book may surprise you–and even offer hope: God's lovingkindness never ceases.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2219 no Jeremiah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-jeremiah The book of Jeremiah is the second-longest in the Bible. We know more about Jeremiah's life, experiences, and the pain he endured than we know of any other prophet - and we're prompted to ask ourselves: Am I 'called' the way Jeremiah was called? Join us as we rediscover how relevant this text is to our present day. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 26 Nov 2022 17:17:00 -0000 full 1 39 Michael Easley The book of Jeremiah is the second-longest in the Bible. We know more about Jeremiah's life, experiences, and the pain he endured than we know of any other prophet - and we're prompted to ask ourselves: Am I 'called' the way Jeremiah was called? Join us as we rediscover how relevant this text is to our present day. Read the full show notes here. The book of Jeremiah is the second-longest in the Bible. We know more about Jeremiah's life, experiences, and the pain he endured than we know of any other prophet - and we're prompted to ask ourselves:


Am I 'called' the way Jeremiah was called?


Join us as we rediscover how relevant this text is to our present day.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2392 no Isaiah Bonus with Dr. Gordon Johnston https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-isaiah/ Portions of the book of Isaiah are well known to many of us, but how was it heard by its first recipients? Dr. Gordon Johnston joins Michael to discuss the book of Isaiah. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 25 Nov 2022 17:17:00 -0000 full 1 38 Michael Easley Portions of the book of Isaiah are well known to many of us, but how was it heard by its first recipients? Dr. Gordon Johnston joins Michael to discuss the book of Isaiah. Read the full show notes here. Portions of the book of Isaiah are well known to many of us, but how was it heard by its first recipients?


Dr. Gordon Johnston joins Michael to discuss the book of Isaiah.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2217 no Isaiah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-isaiah Michael introduces the Major Prophets and teaches an overview on the book of Isaiah. Today in our The Big Book –Cover to Cover, we transition into the Prophetic books, with Isaiah the 1st of 5 major prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel followed by the 12 minor prophets. Isaiah is perhaps one of the most loved and, in a way, important prophets of the Old Testament. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 24 Nov 2022 17:16:00 -0000 full 1 37 Michael Easley Michael introduces the Major Prophets and teaches an overview on the book of Isaiah. Today in our The Big Book –Cover to Cover, we transition into the Prophetic books, with Isaiah the 1st of 5 major prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel followed by the 12 minor prophets. Isaiah is perhaps one of the most loved and, in a way, important prophets of the Old Testament. Read the full show notes here. Michael introduces the Major Prophets and teaches an overview on the book of Isaiah.


Today in our The Big Book –Cover to Cover, we transition into the Prophetic books, with Isaiah the 1st of 5 major prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel followed by the 12 minor

prophets.


Isaiah is perhaps one of the most loved and, in a way, important prophets of the Old Testament.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2531 no Song of Solomon Bonus: Two Perspectives on The Song of Solomon with Tommy Nelson and Dr. Philip Ryken http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-song-of-solomon A Bonus Episode in two parts: First, a conversation between Michael and Tommy Nelson about the literal, human aspect of Song of Solomon. Second, a conversation between Michael and Dr. Philip Rykken about the perspective of Christ's love for the church displayed in the Song of Solomon. Both have studied and written extensively about Song of Solomon and we wanted to offer both of their expertise for this episode. We hope you enjoy these back-to-back conversations! Read the full show notes here. Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:16:00 -0000 full 1 36 Michael Easley A Bonus Episode in two parts: First, a conversation between Michael and Tommy Nelson about the literal, human aspect of Song of Solomon. Second, a conversation between Michael and Dr. Philip Rykken about the perspective of Christ's love for the church displayed in the Song of Solomon. Both have studied and written extensively about Song of Solomon and we wanted to offer both of their expertise for this episode. We hope you enjoy these back-to-back conversations! Read the full show notes here. A Bonus Episode in two parts: First, a conversation between Michael and Tommy Nelson about the literal, human aspect of Song of Solomon.


Second, a conversation between Michael and Dr. Philip Rykken about the perspective of Christ's love for the church displayed in the Song of Solomon.


Both have studied and written extensively about Song of Solomon and we wanted to offer both of their expertise for this episode. We hope you enjoy these back-to-back conversations!


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3690 no Song of Solomon http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-song-of-solomon The Song of Songs or Song of Solomon is a complex, mysterious, and somewhat uncomfortable book. As the Bible is meant to serve as a guide in all aspects of life, it is a gift to look at this text and derive from it God's intentions and design for sexual intimacy.  Read the full show notes here. Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:16:00 -0000 full 1 35 Michael Easley The Song of Songs or Song of Solomon is a complex, mysterious, and somewhat uncomfortable book. As the Bible is meant to serve as a guide in all aspects of life, it is a gift to look at this text and derive from it God's intentions and design for sexual intimacy.  Read the full show notes here. The Song of Songs or Song of Solomon is a complex, mysterious, and somewhat uncomfortable book. As the Bible is meant to serve as a guide in all aspects of life, it is a gift to look at this text and derive from it God's intentions and design for sexual intimacy. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2208 no Ecclesiastes Bonus: Ecclesiastes Brings Calibration with Curtis Zackery http://michaelincontext.com/ecclesiastes-bonus-curtis-zackery Curtis Zackery joins Michael for a conversation about Ecclesiastes. What does it mean to be right before God? How are we to view our pursuit of righteousness? What is the meaning and purpose of this life? Listen as Michael and CZ pull lessons from this Old Testament text that help us understand what Christ has done and how we ought to live in light of His mercy. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:16:00 -0000 full 1 34 Michael Easley Curtis Zackery joins Michael for a conversation about Ecclesiastes. What does it mean to be right before God? How are we to view our pursuit of righteousness? What is the meaning and purpose of this life? Listen as Michael and CZ pull lessons from this Old Testament text that help us understand what Christ has done and how we ought to live in light of His mercy. Read the full show notes here. Curtis Zackery joins Michael for a conversation about Ecclesiastes. What does it mean to be right before God? How are we to view our pursuit of righteousness? What is the meaning and purpose of this life?


Listen as Michael and CZ pull lessons from this Old Testament text that help us understand what Christ has done and how we ought to live in light of His mercy.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2314 no Ecclesiastes Http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-ecclesiastes The book of Ecclesiastes seemingly fails to fit in with the rest of Scripture - it has no obvious outline, no narrative. Where proverbs offers practical guidance for living, Ecclesiastes offers musings and observations about this life.  Ecclesiastes meets the discouraged and disillusioned in their struggle and offers a a gentle encouragement toward that which gives meaning.  What is the purpose of all we encounter, endure, and experience in this life?  Is it truly all in vain? Read the full show notes here. Sun, 20 Nov 2022 17:15:00 -0000 full 1 33 Michael Easley The book of Ecclesiastes seemingly fails to fit in with the rest of Scripture - it has no obvious outline, no narrative. Where proverbs offers practical guidance for living, Ecclesiastes offers musings and observations about this life.  Ecclesiastes meets the discouraged and disillusioned in their struggle and offers a a gentle encouragement toward that which gives meaning.  What is the purpose of all we encounter, endure, and experience in this life?  Is it truly all in vain? Read the full show notes here. The book of Ecclesiastes seemingly fails to fit in with the rest of Scripture - it has no obvious outline, no narrative. Where proverbs offers practical guidance for living, Ecclesiastes offers musings and observations about this life. 


Ecclesiastes meets the discouraged and disillusioned in their struggle and offers a a gentle encouragement toward that which gives meaning. 


What is the purpose of all we encounter, endure, and experience in this life? 


Is it truly all in vain?


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1774 no Proverbs https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-proverbs/ Today we land in the book of Proverbs: Wisdom for the Ages. What is wisdom? Where do we find it?  Join us today as Michael discusses how we are to read, interpret, and apply this text.  Read the full show notes here. Sat, 19 Nov 2022 17:15:00 -0000 full 1 32 Michael Easley Today we land in the book of Proverbs: Wisdom for the Ages. What is wisdom? Where do we find it?  Join us today as Michael discusses how we are to read, interpret, and apply this text.  Read the full show notes here. Today we land in the book of Proverbs: Wisdom for the Ages.


What is wisdom? Where do we find it? 


Join us today as Michael discusses how we are to read, interpret, and apply this text. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2927 no Psalms http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-psalms Indeed, this portion of Scripture is a lot to take on in one sitting. Today we're looking at the Psalter, a collection of national songs from the Israelites. The Psalms come from various authors throughout the Israel's history and offer insight both to Israel's pleas and praise to God, and God's responses to Israel. Join us as we seek to understand how we are to read these lyrics as New Testament believers. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:15:00 -0000 full 1 31 Michael Easley Indeed, this portion of Scripture is a lot to take on in one sitting. Today we're looking at the Psalter, a collection of national songs from the Israelites. The Psalms come from various authors throughout the Israel's history and offer insight both to Israel's pleas and praise to God, and God's responses to Israel. Join us as we seek to understand how we are to read these lyrics as New Testament believers. Read the full show notes here. Indeed, this portion of Scripture is a lot to take on in one sitting. Today we're looking at the Psalter, a collection of national songs from the Israelites. The Psalms come from various authors throughout the Israel's history and offer insight both to Israel's pleas and praise to God, and God's responses to Israel.


Join us as we seek to understand how we are to read these lyrics as New Testament believers.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2934 no Job Bonus: When Bad Things Happen to Good People with Jim Trafficant https://michaelincontext.com/job-bonus-jim-traficant/ What do we do when bad things happen to us or those we love? How do we make sense of tragedy? How are we to respond in times of suffering and loss?  Jim Traficant joins Michael today to talk about his journey through chronic illness and what he has learned through years of suffering and loss about the God who sustained him through it all.  We hope you are encouraged as you listen to this very special conversation. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 17 Nov 2022 17:14:00 -0000 full 1 30 Michael Easley What do we do when bad things happen to us or those we love? How do we make sense of tragedy? How are we to respond in times of suffering and loss?  Jim Traficant joins Michael today to talk about his journey through chronic illness and what he has learned through years of suffering and loss about the God who sustained him through it all.  We hope you are encouraged as you listen to this very special conversation. Read the full show notes here. What do we do when bad things happen to us or those we love? How do we make sense of tragedy? How are we to respond in times of suffering and loss? 


Jim Traficant joins Michael today to talk about his journey through chronic illness and what he has learned through years of suffering and loss about the God who sustained him through it all. 


We hope you are encouraged as you listen to this very special conversation.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2582 no Job https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-job/ We're moving from the historical books to the Wisdom/Poetry Literature, beginning with the book of Job.  In this important text we are forced to ask impossible questions about difficulties in life: loss, illness, suffering; and to wrestle with the possibility that, perhaps, the answers to those questions aren't ours to have.  Read the full show notes here. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 17:14:00 -0000 full 1 29 Michael Easley We're moving from the historical books to the Wisdom/Poetry Literature, beginning with the book of Job.  In this important text we are forced to ask impossible questions about difficulties in life: loss, illness, suffering; and to wrestle with the possibility that, perhaps, the answers to those questions aren't ours to have.  Read the full show notes here. We're moving from the historical books to the Wisdom/Poetry Literature, beginning with the book of Job. 


In this important text we are forced to ask impossible questions about difficulties in life: loss, illness, suffering; and to wrestle with the possibility that, perhaps, the answers to those questions aren't ours to have. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2734 no Esther Bonus: The Providence of God with Alistair Begg https://michaelincontext.com/esther-bonus-alistair-begg/ Have you ever asked the question, "Why is this happening to me?" Or wondered how God could possibly use your current circumstances for good? Alistair Begg joins Michael for an encouraging conversation about God's providence. "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 NASB Read the full show notes here. Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:13:00 -0000 full 1 28 Michael Easley Have you ever asked the question, "Why is this happening to me?" Or wondered how God could possibly use your current circumstances for good? Alistair Begg joins Michael for an encouraging conversation about God's providence. "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 NASB Read the full show notes here. Have you ever asked the question, "Why is this happening to me?" Or wondered how God could possibly use your current circumstances for good?


Alistair Begg joins Michael for an encouraging conversation about God's providence.


"And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 NASB


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1823 no Esther http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-esther Some scholars would argue that the book of Esther shouldn't be in the Bible. Neither God's name nor his laws appear in the text, no miracles occur, no prophet speaks - but here, in this text, we see God's providence. Join us as Michael teaches through this unique and important book. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 14 Nov 2022 17:13:00 -0000 full 1 27 Michael Easley Some scholars would argue that the book of Esther shouldn't be in the Bible. Neither God's name nor his laws appear in the text, no miracles occur, no prophet speaks - but here, in this text, we see God's providence. Join us as Michael teaches through this unique and important book. Read the full show notes here. Some scholars would argue that the book of Esther shouldn't be in the Bible. Neither God's name nor his laws appear in the text, no miracles occur, no prophet speaks - but here, in this text, we see God's providence.


Join us as Michael teaches through this unique and important book.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2130 no Nehemiah http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-nehemiah Michael teaches through Nehemiah, a continuation of last week's lesson on Ezra. Nehemiah was a contemporary of Ezra's. Where Ezra is moving the exiles back to Jerusalem, most of Nehemiah's account is in Jerusalem as he attempts to repair the wall around the city to prevent enemies from entering who would physically and spiritually destroy Israel's newly reestablished temple complex. Nehemiah's task is a restoration project not unlike Ezra's attempts to reform the Jews who had fallen away from YHWH. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:13:00 -0000 full 1 26 Michael Easley Michael teaches through Nehemiah, a continuation of last week's lesson on Ezra. Nehemiah was a contemporary of Ezra's. Where Ezra is moving the exiles back to Jerusalem, most of Nehemiah's account is in Jerusalem as he attempts to repair the wall around the city to prevent enemies from entering who would physically and spiritually destroy Israel's newly reestablished temple complex. Nehemiah's task is a restoration project not unlike Ezra's attempts to reform the Jews who had fallen away from YHWH. Read the full show notes here. Michael teaches through Nehemiah, a continuation of last week's lesson on Ezra.


Nehemiah was a contemporary of Ezra's. Where Ezra is moving the exiles back to Jerusalem, most of Nehemiah's account is in Jerusalem as he attempts to repair the wall around the city to prevent enemies from entering who would physically and spiritually destroy Israel's newly reestablished temple complex.


Nehemiah's task is a restoration project not unlike Ezra's attempts to reform the Jews who had fallen away from YHWH.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 3112 no Ezra Bonus: Learning from Ezra's Example with Dr. Eugene Merrill https://michaelincontext.com/ezra-bonus-dr-merrill/ Dr. Eugene Merrill joins Michael to discuss the book of Ezra: Where we find it in Scripture, why it matters, and what we can learn from this man of God named Ezra. "God used this man in a marvelous manner because he was a man fully committed to the will of God." Read the full show notes here. Sat, 12 Nov 2022 17:13:00 -0000 full 1 25 Michael Easley Dr. Eugene Merrill joins Michael to discuss the book of Ezra: Where we find it in Scripture, why it matters, and what we can learn from this man of God named Ezra. "God used this man in a marvelous manner because he was a man fully committed to the will of God." Read the full show notes here. Dr. Eugene Merrill joins Michael to discuss the book of Ezra: Where we find it in Scripture, why it matters, and what we can learn from this man of God named Ezra.


"God used this man in a marvelous manner because he was a man fully committed to the will of God."


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1474 no Ezra http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-ezra What have we set our hearts on?  "For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel." - Ezra 7:10 Read the full show notes here. Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:12:00 -0000 full 1 24 Michael Easley What have we set our hearts on?  "For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel." - Ezra 7:10 Read the full show notes here. What have we set our hearts on? 


"For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel." - Ezra 7:10


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1933 no 2 Chronicles https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-chronicles/ While 1 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as a nation, 2 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of following formal recognition with actual recognition in attitudes and actions. Tragically, we see in 2 Chronicles that Israel’s recognition of God was only formal, not actual. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:12:00 -0000 full 1 23 Michael Easley While 1 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as a nation, 2 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of following formal recognition with actual recognition in attitudes and actions. Tragically, we see in 2 Chronicles that Israel’s recognition of God was only formal, not actual. Read the full show notes here. While 1 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as a nation, 2 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of following formal recognition with actual recognition in attitudes and actions.

Tragically, we see in 2 Chronicles that Israel’s recognition of God was only formal, not actual.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2905 no 1 Chronicles http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1-chronicles What we know of the past shapes how we view our present and plan our future. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:12:00 -0000 full 1 22 Michael Easley What we know of the past shapes how we view our present and plan our future. Read the full show notes here. What we know of the past shapes how we view our present and plan our future.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2582 no 2 Kings http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-kings We are continuing our series The Big Book – Cover to Cover with an overview of 2 Kings. In this book we see the reign of 19 more kings in the Divided Kingdom, the transfer of leadership between Elijah and Elisha, and are introduced to a new prophet: Isaiah. As we read about the faith of the prophets and failures of many of these kings, we're prompted to ask: where do we turn in times of trouble? Do we seek answers from our own resources, worldview, network, friends?  May we learn to first inquire of the Lord when we find ourselves in need of guidance. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:11:00 -0000 full 1 21 Michael Easley We are continuing our series The Big Book – Cover to Cover with an overview of 2 Kings. In this book we see the reign of 19 more kings in the Divided Kingdom, the transfer of leadership between Elijah and Elisha, and are introduced to a new prophet: Isaiah. As we read about the faith of the prophets and failures of many of these kings, we're prompted to ask: where do we turn in times of trouble? Do we seek answers from our own resources, worldview, network, friends?  May we learn to first inquire of the Lord when we find ourselves in need of guidance. Read the full show notes here. We are continuing our series The Big Book – Cover to Cover with an overview of 2 Kings. In this book we see the reign of 19 more kings in the Divided Kingdom, the transfer of leadership between Elijah and Elisha, and are introduced to a new prophet: Isaiah.


As we read about the faith of the prophets and failures of many of these kings, we're prompted to ask: where do we turn in times of trouble? Do we seek answers from our own resources, worldview, network, friends? 


May we learn to first inquire of the Lord when we find ourselves in need of guidance.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2144 no 1 and 2 Kings Bonus: A Tragedy we Can Learn From with Dr. David T. Lamb http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-dr-lamb Ask God for wisdom, confront the idols of our culture, and remember - even good kings can do bad things if they forget God, drift away, and cease to pursue Him with their whole heart, soul, mind, and strength. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 07 Nov 2022 17:11:00 -0000 full 1 20 Michael Easley Ask God for wisdom, confront the idols of our culture, and remember - even good kings can do bad things if they forget God, drift away, and cease to pursue Him with their whole heart, soul, mind, and strength. Read the full show notes here. Ask God for wisdom, confront the idols of our culture, and remember - even good kings can do bad things if they forget God, drift away, and cease to pursue Him with their whole heart, soul, mind, and strength.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2669 no 1 Kings https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1-kings/ 1 Kings begins with a portrait of the king we're all longing for and ends in disaster. Power un-checked and un-submitted to the Lord breeds injustice and corruption.  The nation of Israel splits into the Divided Kingdom and we are left longing for the King who will rule justly, mercifully, perfectly.  Read the full show notes here. Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:11:00 -0000 full 1 19 Michael Easley 1 Kings begins with a portrait of the king we're all longing for and ends in disaster. Power un-checked and un-submitted to the Lord breeds injustice and corruption.  The nation of Israel splits into the Divided Kingdom and we are left longing for the King who will rule justly, mercifully, perfectly.  Read the full show notes here. 1 Kings begins with a portrait of the king we're all longing for and ends in disaster. Power un-checked and un-submitted to the Lord breeds injustice and corruption. 


The nation of Israel splits into the Divided Kingdom and we are left longing for the King who will rule justly, mercifully, perfectly. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2532 no 2 Samuel http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-2-samuel The book of 2 Samuel takes place at about the mid-way point in the timeline between Abraham and Jesus Christ. It's here that we come to know David, the man after God's own heart, whose reign is mired by his great failures - and redeemed by God's great graciousness to him. In examining David's kingship it's important to note: what motivates the king to seek the Lord's guidance? Join us as we explore David's inquiries of the Lord in this important text. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 05 Nov 2022 16:10:00 -0000 full 1 18 Michael Easley The book of 2 Samuel takes place at about the mid-way point in the timeline between Abraham and Jesus Christ. It's here that we come to know David, the man after God's own heart, whose reign is mired by his great failures - and redeemed by God's great graciousness to him. In examining David's kingship it's important to note: what motivates the king to seek the Lord's guidance? Join us as we explore David's inquiries of the Lord in this important text. Read the full show notes here. The book of 2 Samuel takes place at about the mid-way point in the timeline between Abraham and Jesus Christ.


It's here that we come to know David, the man after God's own heart, whose reign is mired by his great failures - and redeemed by God's great graciousness to him.


In examining David's kingship it's important to note: what motivates the king to seek the Lord's guidance?


Join us as we explore David's inquiries of the Lord in this important text.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2470 no 1 Samuel Bonus: King David with Dr. Mike Lawson https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-king-david/ In our episode on 1 Samuel we see the transition from the period of judges to the period of the monarchy, and what happens when the people choose for themselves rather than aligning with God's choice. Today, we welcome back Dr. Michael Lawson to talk about God's chosen king: David, and what that choice teaches us about how we are chosen. Read the full show notes here. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:10:00 -0000 full 1 17 Michael Easley In our episode on 1 Samuel we see the transition from the period of judges to the period of the monarchy, and what happens when the people choose for themselves rather than aligning with God's choice. Today, we welcome back Dr. Michael Lawson to talk about God's chosen king: David, and what that choice teaches us about how we are chosen. Read the full show notes here. In our episode on 1 Samuel we see the transition from the period of judges to the period of the monarchy, and what happens when the people choose for themselves rather than aligning with God's choice.


Today, we welcome back Dr. Michael Lawson to talk about God's chosen king: David, and what that choice teaches us about how we are chosen.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1498 no 1 Samuel https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-1-samuel/ We're into the history texts and today will witness the transition from the period of the judges to the monarchy.  We'll see what happens when we make our own choices rather than aligning ourselves to God's choice.  Read the full show notes here. Thu, 03 Nov 2022 16:10:00 -0000 full 1 16 Michael Easley We're into the history texts and today will witness the transition from the period of the judges to the monarchy.  We'll see what happens when we make our own choices rather than aligning ourselves to God's choice.  Read the full show notes here. We're into the history texts and today will witness the transition from the period of the judges to the monarchy. 


We'll see what happens when we make our own choices rather than aligning ourselves to God's choice. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2756 no Ruth Bonus: The Real Hero of The Story with Jeanne Hendricks https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-naomi-jeanne-hendricks/ As you heard in the recent episode of our Cover to Cover series, it's my opinion that Boaz is the primary character in the book of Ruth.  But my dear friend Jeanne Hendricks holds a different view. Join us as we listen to her take on the purpose of this book and who she believes to be the real hero of the story: Naomi.  Read the full show notes here. Wed, 02 Nov 2022 16:09:00 -0000 full 1 15 Michael Easley As you heard in the recent episode of our Cover to Cover series, it's my opinion that Boaz is the primary character in the book of Ruth.  But my dear friend Jeanne Hendricks holds a different view. Join us as we listen to her take on the purpose of this book and who she believes to be the real hero of the story: Naomi.  Read the full show notes here. As you heard in the recent episode of our Cover to Cover series, it's my opinion that Boaz is the primary character in the book of Ruth. 


But my dear friend Jeanne Hendricks holds a different view. Join us as we listen to her take on the purpose of this book and who she believes to be the real hero of the story: Naomi. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1832 no Ruth https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-ruth/ Today we'll look at a high-level overview of the book of Ruth. It's a beautiful story of love, faithfulness, loyalty, and redemption set right in the time when the judges were judging.  Read the full show notes here. Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:09:00 -0000 full 1 14 Michael Easley Today we'll look at a high-level overview of the book of Ruth. It's a beautiful story of love, faithfulness, loyalty, and redemption set right in the time when the judges were judging.  Read the full show notes here. Today we'll look at a high-level overview of the book of Ruth. It's a beautiful story of love, faithfulness, loyalty, and redemption set right in the time when the judges were judging. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2792 no Judges Bonus: Reading Difficult Parts of Scripture with Dr. Mark Chavalas https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-difficult-scripture/ How do we resolve texts we can't reconcile to any sort of order or justice? When the bad guys win, and evil violence seems to have the last word? Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us again to discuss some of the more difficult passages in the book of Judges.  Read the full show notes here. Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:09:00 -0000 full 1 13 Michael Easley How do we resolve texts we can't reconcile to any sort of order or justice? When the bad guys win, and evil violence seems to have the last word? Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us again to discuss some of the more difficult passages in the book of Judges.  Read the full show notes here. How do we resolve texts we can't reconcile to any sort of order or justice? When the bad guys win, and evil violence seems to have the last word?


Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us again to discuss some of the more difficult passages in the book of Judges. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2591 no Judges https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-judges/ We've moved through the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) and into the Historical Books. If you missed our study of Joshua, listen and review Show Notes Here. Today, we're looking at Judges, which has often been referred to as the darkest days in Israel's history. Judges is a tectonic shift in the storyline, as we look at a generation who doesn't know God. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:08:00 -0000 full 1 12 Michael Easley We've moved through the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) and into the Historical Books. If you missed our study of Joshua, listen and review Show Notes Here. Today, we're looking at Judges, which has often been referred to as the darkest days in Israel's history. Judges is a tectonic shift in the storyline, as we look at a generation who doesn't know God. Read the full show notes here. We've moved through the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) and into the Historical Books. If you missed our study of Joshua, listen and review Show Notes Here.


Today, we're looking at Judges, which has often been referred to as the darkest days in Israel's history.


Judges is a tectonic shift in the storyline, as we look at a generation who doesn't know God.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2983 no Joshua http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-joshua So often we think of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy as 5 books – but there’s a continuity that carries through each one: Genesis: The beginning of creation Exodus: Redemption from slavery, consecration for worship Leviticus: Holiness to the Lord Numbers: Understanding the allotments and order God has given for the Levitical priests Deuteronomy: The second law-giving and recap of the Hebrews' history. Today we move from the Pentateuch to the Historical Books, beginning with Joshua. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 29 Oct 2022 16:08:00 -0000 full 1 11 Michael Easley So often we think of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy as 5 books – but there’s a continuity that carries through each one: Genesis: The beginning of creation Exodus: Redemption from slavery, consecration for worship Leviticus: Holiness to the Lord Numbers: Understanding the allotments and order God has given for the Levitical priests Deuteronomy: The second law-giving and recap of the Hebrews' history. Today we move from the Pentateuch to the Historical Books, beginning with Joshua. Read the full show notes here. So often we think of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy as 5 books – but there’s a continuity that carries through each one:


Genesis: The beginning of creation

Exodus: Redemption from slavery, consecration for worship

Leviticus: Holiness to the Lord

Numbers: Understanding the allotments and order God has given for the Levitical priests

Deuteronomy: The second law-giving and recap of the Hebrews' history.


Today we move from the Pentateuch to the Historical Books, beginning with Joshua.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2646 no Bonus Episode: Understanding God's Word with Dr. Tom Constable https://michaelincontext.com/understanding-go…rd-tom-constable/ Dr. Constable has taken the aggregate of commentaries, quotes, outlines, and synthesis and has put them in a simple form for you and me to use in personal study.  Read the full show notes here. Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:08:00 -0000 full 1 10 Michael Easley Dr. Constable has taken the aggregate of commentaries, quotes, outlines, and synthesis and has put them in a simple form for you and me to use in personal study.  Read the full show notes here. Dr. Constable has taken the aggregate of commentaries, quotes, outlines, and synthesis and has put them in a simple form for you and me to use in personal study. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1229 no Deuteronomy http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-deuteronomy Moses leads his people as far as he will be allowed to go toward the Promised Land and is buried by God in the book of Deuteronomy. This book is much more than a second-telling of the law. It's a recounting of Israel's history and an underscoring of who God is, and what He's promised. Join us as we look today to the fifth and final chapter of the Pentateuch.  Read the full show notes here. Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:08:00 -0000 full 1 9 Michael Easley Moses leads his people as far as he will be allowed to go toward the Promised Land and is buried by God in the book of Deuteronomy. This book is much more than a second-telling of the law. It's a recounting of Israel's history and an underscoring of who God is, and what He's promised. Join us as we look today to the fifth and final chapter of the Pentateuch.  Read the full show notes here. Moses leads his people as far as he will be allowed to go toward the Promised Land and is buried by God in the book of Deuteronomy.


This book is much more than a second-telling of the law. It's a recounting of Israel's history and an underscoring of who God is, and what He's promised.


Join us as we look today to the fifth and final chapter of the Pentateuch. 


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2657 no Numbers Bonus: Reading Numbers Like a Historian with Dr. Mark Chavalas https://michaelincontext.com/numbers-historian/ How do we think about the Old Testament from a Syrian Babylonian lens perspective? And he'll talk about that a little bit, so it is with great delight that we have Dr. Chavalas on today's episode about Numbers. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:07:00 -0000 full 1 8 Michael Easley How do we think about the Old Testament from a Syrian Babylonian lens perspective? And he'll talk about that a little bit, so it is with great delight that we have Dr. Chavalas on today's episode about Numbers. Read the full show notes here. How do we think about the Old Testament from a Syrian Babylonian lens perspective? And he'll talk about that a little bit, so it is with great delight that we have Dr. Chavalas on today's episode about Numbers.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2634 no Numbers https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-numbers/ Years ago Cindy and I visited the church we had attended in college and heard Dr. Waltke. As he was preparing to teach, he warned he would be reading a lengthy passage of Scripture and encouraged us:  "While I have been nervous about this reading, I want you to remember, ...this is a page of the Word of God and it deserves our attention." As we dive in to an overview of the book of Numbers, let's be reminded that this is the Word of God.  Join us as we look at this important journey of the Israelites through the wilderness. Read the full show notes here. Tue, 25 Oct 2022 16:07:00 -0000 full 1 7 Michael Easley Years ago Cindy and I visited the church we had attended in college and heard Dr. Waltke. As he was preparing to teach, he warned he would be reading a lengthy passage of Scripture and encouraged us:  "While I have been nervous about this reading, I want you to remember, ...this is a page of the Word of God and it deserves our attention." As we dive in to an overview of the book of Numbers, let's be reminded that this is the Word of God.  Join us as we look at this important journey of the Israelites through the wilderness. Read the full show notes here. Years ago Cindy and I visited the church we had attended in college and heard Dr. Waltke. As he was preparing to teach, he warned he would be reading a lengthy passage of Scripture and encouraged us: 


"While I have been nervous about this reading, I want you to remember, ...this is a page of the Word of God and it deserves our attention."


As we dive in to an overview of the book of Numbers, let's be reminded that this is the Word of God. 


Join us as we look at this important journey of the Israelites through the wilderness.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2798 no Leviticus Bonus: Modern Day Sabbath with Jody Capehart https://michaelincontext.com/modern-day-sabbath/ As we saw last week, Leviticus - though often approached with dread - offered its first recipients a welcome reprieve and freedom. The Law revealed all that was needed to know how to worship a holy God. It’s not just formalism. It’s holiness. Jody Capehart joins us in this episode to help us see how Christ is reflected in the festivals decreed by the Lord in Leviticus, and invites us to incorporate rest into the holiday season. Read the full show notes here. Mon, 24 Oct 2022 16:07:00 -0000 full 1 6 Michael Easley As we saw last week, Leviticus - though often approached with dread - offered its first recipients a welcome reprieve and freedom. The Law revealed all that was needed to know how to worship a holy God. It’s not just formalism. It’s holiness. Jody Capehart joins us in this episode to help us see how Christ is reflected in the festivals decreed by the Lord in Leviticus, and invites us to incorporate rest into the holiday season. Read the full show notes here. As we saw last week, Leviticus - though often approached with dread - offered its first recipients a welcome reprieve and freedom.


The Law revealed all that was needed to know how to worship a holy God. It’s not just formalism. It’s holiness.


Jody Capehart joins us in this episode to help us see how Christ is reflected in the festivals decreed by the Lord in Leviticus, and invites us to incorporate rest into the holiday season.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1186 no Leviticus https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-leviticus/ To the first recipients, Leviticus offered freedom from the burden of the Law through instruction for confession and worship. The Pentateuch––the first five books of the Bible––is a whole in five parts. We might even say it's one book with five chapters, and Leviticus is one of them.  Leviticus is a trip-up for a lot of us. It's the shortest "chapter" in the Pentateuch literature, and even still, we sometimes approach it with dread. We tend to look upon the law as overwhelming if we think we are to measure up to it; but we look to the Lord with awe and wonder when we realize He was the one and only perfect sacrifice and the fulfillment of the Law.  Join us today as we look at this important book. Read the full show notes here. Sun, 23 Oct 2022 16:07:00 -0000 full 1 5 Michael Easley To the first recipients, Leviticus offered freedom from the burden of the Law through instruction for confession and worship. The Pentateuch––the first five books of the Bible––is a whole in five parts. We might even say it's one book with five chapters, and Leviticus is one of them.  Leviticus is a trip-up for a lot of us. It's the shortest "chapter" in the Pentateuch literature, and even still, we sometimes approach it with dread. We tend to look upon the law as overwhelming if we think we are to measure up to it; but we look to the Lord with awe and wonder when we realize He was the one and only perfect sacrifice and the fulfillment of the Law.  Join us today as we look at this important book. Read the full show notes here. To the first recipients, Leviticus offered freedom from the burden of the Law through instruction for confession and worship.


The Pentateuch––the first five books of the Bible––is a whole in five parts. We might even say it's one book with five chapters, and Leviticus is one of them. 


Leviticus is a trip-up for a lot of us. It's the shortest "chapter" in the Pentateuch literature, and even still, we sometimes approach it with dread.


We tend to look upon the law as overwhelming if we think we are to measure up to it; but we look to the Lord with awe and wonder when we realize He was the one and only perfect sacrifice and the fulfillment of the Law. 


Join us today as we look at this important book.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 2912 no Exodus https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-exodus/ It may be a surprise when we realize that technically only about two chapters of Exodus (Exodus 13:17-Exodus 15:21) deal with the "Exodus proper." So, there is much more for us in these 40 chapters. We're continuing our over-view study of the Scriptures by looking at each book. Join us today as Michael teaches about Exodus. Read the full show notes here. Sat, 22 Oct 2022 16:06:00 -0000 full 1 4 Michael Easley It may be a surprise when we realize that technically only about two chapters of Exodus (Exodus 13:17-Exodus 15:21) deal with the "Exodus proper." So, there is much more for us in these 40 chapters. We're continuing our over-view study of the Scriptures by looking at each book. Join us today as Michael teaches about Exodus. Read the full show notes here. It may be a surprise when we realize that technically only about two chapters of Exodus (Exodus 13:17-Exodus 15:21) deal with the "Exodus proper."


So, there is much more for us in these 40 chapters.


We're continuing our over-view study of the Scriptures by looking at each book. Join us today as Michael teaches about Exodus.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1620 no Genesis Bonus 2: Joseph with Dr. Kenneth Boa https://michaelincontext.com/joseph-man-of-wisdom/ Dr. Ken Boa joins us today to talk about Joseph: a man of great wisdom who thrived in exile, and what we can learn from Joseph's example. I hope you enjoy this challenging and thought-provoking conversation. Thank you to Dr. Ken Boa for his time and insight! You can learn more about Dr. Boa and his ministry, books, and resources mentioned in the episode here: https://kenboa.org/ Read the full show notes here. Fri, 21 Oct 2022 16:06:00 -0000 full 1 3 Michael Easley Dr. Ken Boa joins us today to talk about Joseph: a man of great wisdom who thrived in exile, and what we can learn from Joseph's example. I hope you enjoy this challenging and thought-provoking conversation. Thank you to Dr. Ken Boa for his time and insight! You can learn more about Dr. Boa and his ministry, books, and resources mentioned in the episode here: https://kenboa.org/ Read the full show notes here. Dr. Ken Boa joins us today to talk about Joseph: a man of great wisdom who thrived in exile, and what we can learn from Joseph's example.


I hope you enjoy this challenging and thought-provoking conversation.


Thank you to Dr. Ken Boa for his time and insight! You can learn more about Dr. Boa and his ministry, books, and resources mentioned in the episode here: https://kenboa.org/


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1939 no Genesis Bonus: The Creation of Eve & The First Marriage https://michaelincontext.com/eve-and-the-first-marriage/ From time to time throughout this series, we'll release bonus episodes consisting of interviews with experts who are able to bring a little more nuance and depth to some of the themes and characters in the books we're studying than I'm able to teach in a single episode about that book. In this first Bonus Episode in our Cover to Cover series, I spoke with with Dr. Mike Lawson about the creation of Eve and the first marriage. Read the full show notes here. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:05:00 -0000 full 1 2 Michael Easley From time to time throughout this series, we'll release bonus episodes consisting of interviews with experts who are able to bring a little more nuance and depth to some of the themes and characters in the books we're studying than I'm able to teach in a single episode about that book. In this first Bonus Episode in our Cover to Cover series, I spoke with with Dr. Mike Lawson about the creation of Eve and the first marriage. Read the full show notes here. From time to time throughout this series, we'll release bonus episodes consisting of interviews with experts who are able to bring a little more nuance and depth to some of the themes and characters in the books we're studying than I'm able to teach in a single episode about that book.


In this first Bonus Episode in our Cover to Cover series, I spoke with with Dr. Mike Lawson about the creation of Eve and the first marriage.


Read the full show notes here.

]]> 1562 no Genesis https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-genesis/ Howard Hendricks (many of you know him as the Prof) challenged me to take on a new and challenging subject every year, and that's sort of where this new series comes from. Over the years, verse-by-verse has been my love and I think it's lacking in churches today, but after doing this for 40 years, one thing that's struck me is that people don't seem to know the big picture anymore. How do we re-engage with an overview of what the Bible is about? We study it as a whole. I hope you'll join us for The Big Book–Cover to Cover: a teaching series on the entire Bible, book by book, beginning today in Genesis. Read the full show notes here. Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:04:00 -0000 full 1 1 Michael Easley Howard Hendricks (many of you know him as the Prof) challenged me to take on a new and challenging subject every year, and that's sort of where this new series comes from. Over the years, verse-by-verse has been my love and I think it's lacking in churches today, but after doing this for 40 years, one thing that's struck me is that people don't seem to know the big picture anymore. How do we re-engage with an overview of what the Bible is about? We study it as a whole. I hope you'll join us for The Big Book–Cover to Cover: a teaching series on the entire Bible, book by book, beginning today in Genesis. Read the full show notes here. Howard Hendricks (many of you know him as the Prof) challenged me to take on a new and challenging subject every year, and that's sort of where this new series comes from.


Over the years, verse-by-verse has been my love and I think it's lacking in churches today, but after doing this for 40 years, one thing that's struck me is that people don't seem to know the big picture anymore.


How do we re-engage with an overview of what the Bible is about?


We study it as a whole.


I hope you'll join us for The Big Book–Cover to Cover: a teaching series on the entire Bible, book by book, beginning today in Genesis.


Read the full show notes here.

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